Florida Man, Kenneth Jerome Pinkney, Faces Charges in Disturbing Attack on Hijab-Wearing Postal Worker

 

A man, Kenneth Jerome Pinkney, is facing charges in Broward County, Florida, for allegedly attacking a hijab-wearing postal worker in what appears to be a bigoted and unprovoked assault. 

Pinkney, charged with battery as a second or subsequent offense and committing a second-degree felony demonstrating prejudice, has conflicting age details in the probable cause affidavit and court records.

According to the arrest affidavit, the victim, a U.S. Postal Service mailwoman, was targeted while wearing a hijab. Pinkney reportedly rode his bike past her, mimicking a firearm with his hand and making a shooting gesture. 

He then proceeded to hurl derogatory remarks, telling her to go back to her country as she attempted to dismiss the comments. The situation escalated as Pinkney allegedly approached, forcefully removing her hijab, and physically assaulting her with slaps and punches, causing bleeding and scratches to her face.

In an attempt to escape, the victim had to tear Pinkney's shirt, and she warned him about calling the police. Strangely, Pinkney responded by claiming he would call the cops himself, leading to further confusion when questioned by authorities.

While the documents did not explicitly state the woman's religion or background, it was implied that she was Muslim, as Muslims are known to wear the hijab. Pinkney, with a previous battery conviction in 1996, is currently held at the Broward County Jail on a $20,000 bond.

The case is progressing, with Pinkney's public defender filing for discovery and any exculpatory evidence on Wednesday.

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