A horrifying attack unfolded in a Savannah park, leaving a woman with devastating third-degree burns. Ashley Wasielewski was ambushed, a corrosive liquid thrown onto her face, neck, and scalp by an assailant who emerged from the foliage.
The attack was sudden and brutal. The suspect, currently at large, approached Wasielewski from behind, inflicting unimaginable pain and trauma with a chemical substance. Authorities confirm the victim had no prior connection to her attacker.
Wasielewski is now undergoing treatment at Memorial Hospital in Augusta, battling to recover from the extensive injuries. The community is understandably shaken and seeking answers, desperate for justice and support for the victim.
One concerned resident directly questioned Mayor Van Johnson about his response to the attack and the city’s plan to aid Wasielewski’s recovery. They asked if he had even visited the park or reached out to offer support on behalf of Savannah.
The Mayor’s reply was shockingly dismissive. Instead of offering reassurance or outlining concrete actions, Johnson responded with a curt and insensitive suggestion: “Maybe you should take a nap.”
This callous response ignited outrage and disbelief. Critics point to the stark contrast between the Mayor’s public image and his private reaction to a constituent’s genuine concern for a victim of a violent crime.
Johnson previously served as a Biden-Harris elector in 2020 and was recently re-elected Mayor with a significant majority in November 2023. Despite the outcry, questions remain about whether this incident will impact his position.
The incident has sparked a debate about leadership and accountability. Many believe such a dismissive response warrants serious consequences, yet the political landscape of the city suggests a challenging path toward change.
