yes this is the mayors taught for not organizing it!!!! she takes credit for having it but doesn't want to hear there was no organization!! she's to blame 100 percent for the kids being hurt and scared!!

they should file a formal complaint and review security video from the stadium as evidence.

I think it's pathetic that others have to ruin everyone else's day. We all came to see the same thing. The fact that some people need to be thugs and think there so bad. Well your not your just arrogant idiots that get your rocks off by threatening children. Your mother's should be so proud. I honestly hate this city.

First world problems...

Its unfortunate this is the case, but you really should've known better then to bring little kids to this event. Expecting grown adults to act responsibly in this city - well, you might as well be expecting a unicorn to come and take you up to the stage.

I suspect this isn't just a Baltimore thing, honestly the Ravens fans post SB win 'celebration' downtown was quite mild compared to what's usual.

The city hates you.

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God bless america

As someone who worked for the Ravens, I knew it would be crazy. My kids begged me to go but I said "no way". The security at the stadium is lax at best. Very young guys who where SAFE jackets but truly have not been trained in crowd control of 70,000 (normal game) or 100,000 plus at this event. I was truly scared for the people down there. I'm sorry to hear about your family's experience. I'm sure it was terrifying. The police officers tried to keep the parade safe but couldn't with that amount of people. I believe the mayor should have realized what was going to happen.

Give. Me. A. Break. Some violent people came and made 40 of you move. Smells like melodrama in here. I know several, several people who went and there were no complaints aside from some pushing and shoving. Unfortunately, that can happen in a crowd. Especially of 200,000 in any city USA. Quit dogging Baltimore. No way this is true.

I was also in this section (119/120). Jennifer is being nice when she described a mob. I saw a knife, called 911, because you could see that the police gave up. These were thugs. Many carrying liquor bottles in their back pockets. They were threatening anyone trying to get down the aisle to go to the bathroom that they would stab them if they touched them as they went by. They were telling people to get the "F" out of their seats or they would put them down. There was no way out. Tell ya, I feel like I can handle myself in a situation, but for about 1 hour, it crossed my mind that this could have been my last day. I won't post the rest of my comments, about things I saw and heard..... and Jennifer, I think it was way more than 40. Thank God the Ravens showed up when they did. It seemd to distract this group. I felt bad for the moms and their kids....it was a bad scene

My ex wife took our kids (7 and 11 rs old) and had no such issue. Shit happens. It sucks but its life. Hopefully some sort of video evidence can bring you some justice but overall with 200000 people downtown it was an overall success. My kids wont stop talking about the amazing experience it was.

Stay in the county

If we had the right to carry these thugs would not be thugs if it was me. And @ E lew stay in the city

Has anyone noticed that is is always the same people complaining and having issues? Soccer, Schools, Ravens Stadium. Hmmmm????

Oh believe me I stay in the city..... And avoid county folk eye contact at all times... You are what wrong with this world.

Welcome to Baltimore :)

Animal element is what happened after Katrina. Not an excited crowd at an event. People's need to flair so dramatic is just so they can have SOMETHING to complain about. Especially since no incidents were reported. "How could that be they say? It's Baltimore." I'll find something. Sorry you had such a bad time at a free event to commemorate a great moment for the city...where 199,999 other people showed up. Those numbers wouldn't have happened in most cities.

I was in section 119/120 and a mob of people not more than 40 did push pass security after they were made to clear the isle due to fire code. They pushed and jumped over security. I saw no knives and these " thugs" were standing right next to me. They did not threaten me or my children. Too rowdy and obnoxious YES!! Behavior was unnecessary, but they were young maybe 17-20 and excited and wanted to see. It was annoying because they came late and wanted to stand in isle and block my view but I saw NO WEAPONS OR ALCOHOL BOTTLES. I would actually like to see how a bottle of alcohol would fit in their pocket. They only people drinking were the cool fans in the sections around me since 9 am when we entered stadium. There are always rude ppl who act like JERKS especially young dumb ones who think they are cool and above the law. Did not ruin my or my children's time. Once state police had to back in field they eventually went back down on stairs an did not bother anyone because they were fans who got to see their team like they wanted but did go about it in a civilized manor. One of these " thugs" even moved and apologized when he thought he was blocking my video. Go figure.

Social Media at it's best. Disgraceful!

Mayor Dixon completely dropped the ball and so did the chief of police. I heard only 20% extra police force were added to work the event. The parade staff was fully overwhelmed by people acting as they usually do in the city... acting like they are above the law and free to do anything they are not supposed to.

Lets be honest about the mobs walking illegally in the street and breaking down barriers <cough cough> and screwing it up for the good responsible fans. The typical overly-entitled city youth and young people.

I am shocked there was no riot! It was so close to being a full out riot. Mayor Dixon as always drops the ball, screws up and is treated as she was a hero.

The mayor is Stephanie Rawlings Blake, Einstein.

I see you KNOW tons about the city and are qualified to cast your opinion.

Something here doesn't pass the smell test.

1. There are a little over 220 seats in that section. Almost everyone has acellphone and nobody got video of this mob?
2. 40 people were forced from their seats. What did the other 180 do?

Even if we had "shall issue" in this state, firearms would still be prohibited at the stadium.

As for my experience yesterday, it couldn't have been more delightful. We were surrounded by thousands of people. It was a slice of Baltimore and everybody was happy.

Kim is quick to throw around that the story is not true and to belittle someone for getting the mayor's name incorrect. Some items should be addressed so that people are aware of what is happening out there without having others who have no knowledge of the story feel that he/she is qualified to cast an opinion. I had a situation where I could not get back to my family after going to the restroom, as loads of kids who came at the last minute completely blocked the entrance. I was called every name in the book and threatened, and as another woman and I tried to get past each other, she stopped and stated that she was not going further as a person behind me had a knife. I did see this also, so it is not simply someone making up a melodramatic story. It appears that most areas that had a delightful time - which was amazing watching more and more fans fill the stadium without issue. I go to many Ravens games and everything is generally okay except for some rowdy drunks and people who like to pick fights, but this was beyond scary.

What about the person who was in the same section and debunked the story? I'm just saying, if you're going to make statements generalizing the city, you should at least know who the mayor is. I still have a feeling I'm hearing a bunch of complaints from people who can't handle large crowds, cussing or anything the like. It equates to being "threatened"and "terrified." It's a bit much.

We had a very pleasant, peaceful time at the stadium yesterday. Maybe it's because all of the "classy" people went up to the upper deck. ;-) Lots of people, kids up there, all sitting chatting to each other, etc. It was the best seats in the house. You couldn't have paid me to be on the field/lower levels.

Oh, I'm not PC, but whatever makes you feel good, Jack. I'm not trying to make you feel guilty. It's always the people who don't live in the city though with the loudest opinion on it. Clearly, Baltimore has a checkered past which makes it too easy for people to generalize, act dumb and say nasty things about the city and it's residents. It's not like people from the county flood into the city to spend money, but they they've got plenty of cash in the complaint banks.

Kim DeFranco... I lived in the city and worked in the city and have customers in the city and friends in the city and go to games in the city. I have spent 44 years in and around this city. If anyone is qualified to comment it would be me. Guilty? No, I am saying You are suffering from guilt. Making excuses for criminal behavior and ignoring the facts and telling victims they are wrong... you are suffering from guilt because you feel sorry for this trash.

One person in a section does not debunk a story. And it was not just foul language (heard it all) and it has nothing to do with Baltimore's history (lived here my entire life). I am frequently downtown and I have seen just about everything at Ravens and Oriole games, so I am not just making up or embellishing the situation. I would have thought that there were no issues either had I not gone to the restroom, as while I was sitting it was just a spectacular celebration.

Wrong again, Jack. Keep em coming.

I was standing in the Flight Deck directly above section and witnessed the incident the writer described. Obviously couldn't hear what was said but it looked bad. The "young men" climbing up over the railings from the ramp and pushing their way into the section should have had their asses kicked at a minimum. I have a couple of photos that could be useful for identification. Jennifer, let me know if you'd like copies.

Maybe your 9 and 13 year old children should have been in school, where they belong. If you want them to see their favorite players, a place where 200k people are expected, in a stadium that holds 70k, might not be the smartest of decisions. As you noticed, and as Jack stated above, the majority of the folks inside the stadium...crammed into the lower level...were those who will never see the light of day inside that stadium ever again. It was a FREE event, whether you hold season tickets or not. If you expect a FREE event to celebrate a Super Bowl win in Baltimore City to be peaceful, you are sadly mistaken.

As MIL stated above, if you were smart about it, the upper deck...or even club level...would have been the right move. Last time I checked, you can see the jumbo-tron from every seat in that stadium. And hear the sounds from the speakers as well.

MMM hmmm.

Or perhaps the parade portion more suitable.

Bobt, a call to 911 does not legitimize actual danger. I see it all the time...fireworks aka gun shots. People pissed at the drive-thru because there were only 5 mcnuggets in the "6 pack." People call 911 at the drop of a hat these days. Spring Heeled Jack...still lots of words...no point.

teech, that's nice. Don't come here.

Roving gangs of youth, mostly black, are all too common in the city that bleeds. My family went one year to the fourth of July celebration at the inner harbor where my two sons in their early 20's witnessed a dead body, the result of a stabbing after a bar fight. As we made our way back to our car at the end of the fireworks, there were bands of black youths threatening people and generally causing mayhem in the streets around the harbor. Despite what the news media does or doesn't report about these gangs, the city is increasingly becoming more and more dangerous to visit.

It is funny how there are a few who were not there are experts about what happened. They are telling us how dumb we were for not knowing what was going to happen. The Ravens did not expect to fill the stadium. They thought that it may be half filled and did not expect to have to use the upper deck. It is a sad excuse to say that we should have known that the celebration could get dangerous, especially the next day. I would appreciate the people who said that there will be problems with this had done so Monday, rather than slinging their hindsight opinions the day after.

Any adult that thought it was a good idea to bring a kid to this event is nuts - you just had to know that crowds were going to be over the top. Throw in some alcohol and not have a small army of law enforcement all over the place, be glad that all hell didn't break loose. The fact that it didn't was a testament to a great city. Fortunately I witnessed several examples or ordinary people keeping some of the idiots "in check."

He said, She said. Read every word of your posts, nodded off twice. Stay home next time. And send the kids to school where they belong. I went to work where I am needed and appreciate my job. You might think twice about your decisions now.

The kids at the triple stabbing WERE at the Ravens Celebration. They were 15-16 years old. Why weren't they in school? They have to be upstanding good kids. Right? They took knives why? Were they planning on preparing g some food for the public? Stop making excuses for thugery and criminals.

My niece and I took my 10 year old grandson and we sat in section 219. We had a great day and were pleased at how polite everyone was. Everyone around us was just excited and having a great time. The only issue I had was with this little girl, about age 5, who came down and proceeded to step on my feet, fling her arms around and stood right in front of me as I was sitting. It would have been nice if her parent had come down and said something to her. I know she is just a kid, but she was almost sitting in my lap! Don't mind having my own grandchildren sitting on me, but not someone elses. I also would not have let my child or grandchild be that far away from me!

"When legal responsible citizens must fear to take their children to an event... that my friend is NOT part of a productive, safe, constitutional country."

We are not a Constitutional country. We are a Republic.

It is wonderful that people have an outlet to try to let others know what happened at this event. Jennifer made no comments or judgements about any of the people, or the city, However, in responses, others called her a liar, nuts for taking kids and then some making veiled accusations. Most people had a great time in this great city due to a special football team that has given the city unity and pride. It is unfortunate that people can't describe their incidents without judgemental or contradictory responses from those who just spew their own agenda and enjoy supercilious attacks from behind his or her keyboard.

While I agree that the city didn't do a very good job of planning and that the crowds were outrageous, I can't help but wonder why people wouldn't expect this kind of thing to happen??! It is a FREE event in BALTIMORE CITY!! It is a shame that thugs and animals came in and threatened people with knives, however, as a mother of an 8 year old, I wouldn't dream of taking my child there. It was not a safe situation. I am glad that no one got hurt, but at this point, what can the city or Ravens stadium do? It's not their fault. It's the careless fools/animals/thugs that weren't raised w/ class or respect for others. Such a shame that Joyous Celebration went so sour for some people. On a brighter note, GO RAVENS!!!!

I was in section 121 also, it was madness. I left my seat to get drinks for my group. On my way back, the first gate was broken and I had to throw my stuff down to procect myself from being beaten and trampled as the mob raced down the tunnel trying to enter the section. I was able to make it back out by the time the second gate was broken and hid behind a concrete pillar the rest of the event for fear of being hurt. I witnessed several people being knocked down and trampled on.

Once again, this is why I appreciate the Patch. My son went and had a great time with no problems, so I was under the impression things were surprisingly under control. Now I'm hearing these stories. Baltimore has so many wonderful things to do, but we never took our kids downtown when they were younger because I've always felt too many problems were covered up. I haven't heard any of the incidents reported here in this story on the 6 o'clock news (other than the stabbing several blocks away), unless I missed something. I will continue to avoid the city like the plague.

Everyone should be held accountable for their actions. I personally was shocked that they were not counting heads as we entered the stadium. I had a great time and was surrounded by family and friends however there were some moments that got a little out of control when people could not enter. When you are holding an event of this magnitude there needs to be ample security. The stadium had people in Red Jackets however they could not control the crowd nor do I think they had anything to contain the crowd. I feel terrible for anyone who did not have a good time because they felt threatened or harrassed by folks who lack self control. Children and Adults were excited to be a part of this ceremony, if you are going to host a celebration of this magnitude, then provide saftey for the people who are attending. On any given football game or New Years eve event, the police present is known. I am very sorry for the families that experienced such horrific behavior from the people of Baltimore...I am glad that no one was hurt, however the emotional scars may never heal...God bless

When the Ravens were transported by bus from the airport to their facility in Owings Mills there were quite a few police escorts. It seems like the same consideration for the safety of the many fans was not given by the city of Baltimore.
And I am shocked by the number of comments here from those who seem to brush this type of behavior off by saying it should be expected because there were so many people. What I expected was that when the Mayor invited everyone to partake in this celebration, that ample security would be provided. I think everyone expects to hear foul language, and plain old jerks, but I don't think anyone should be expected to anticipate that they will be trampled or threatened with a lethal weapon in exchange for the seat that they occupy.
The same people with the "it's no big deal, get over it" attitudes are the type of people who perpetuate this behavior. They have no respect for others' rights. They are not decent human beings. They blame the victim, accept it, and move on.
It's just so sad.

The blame needs to be placed on the city and the people responsible for security at the stadium. They apparently were only estimating 30k people to show up. Not sure how this was a logical estimate based on the crowd that was there for the pep ralley and the crowds that partied in the streets the night of the game. The police were drastically under-staffed for the crowds. Once the crowds got out of hand during the parade they made the call to surrounding police agencies for support. MSP,Baltimore County PD, MDTA, MTA, and others were all frantically called and sent officers in support, but it was way too late. Proper planning of event would of allowed the police to keep the crowds more orderly. To say that there were no issues just because you may not of personally witnessed it is crazy. People are not just making the stuff up. We should be thankful it was not worse. Why does the stadium provide such tight security for games, but for this the gates were open with no metal detectors or pat downs??? People don't bring weapons to parades but they do to games????

Simply put, this was not an event to attend with children.

First of all I was also in Section 121. I was horrified by what happened and have never felt as unsafe as I did on Tuesday. I am not an uneducated, irresponsible or low class for sitting in the lower sections. My group thought going to the stadium would be the best place to take the kids to see the parade. This way we were not on a street packed 8 people deep with people pushing and shoving all trying to catch a glimpse of the parade. Our group got there early and we were able to get good seats. Everything was completely enjoyable until the some of Baltimore's finest compromised the parade route illegally and marched toward the stadium. Right behind us it was hard to believe that people had the audacity to think that it was their right to scale a closed gate, mob a section of people who had been there for hours and threaten and overpower them for their seats. The 5 MD state police officers did nothing to help the section or get the teenagers out. The police ran up halfway and stopped. We were basically held hostage in our seats and tried not to make eye contact with the thugs as to hope they would not harass us next as the police were clearly not interested in helping. It was a dangerous situation and M&T should be ashamed of lack of security it provided. Apparently you cannot have free event downtown as its residents think they are entitled to enter even when gates are closed! They are lucky something much worse did not occur. What a shame for Baltimore!

What did you expect? Something free and in Baltimore City.

I wonder if 200,000 people would show up for a parade honoring firemen, police officers, and EMTs from the city and county? You know, to honor those people who sometimes actually risk their lives to help us.

Some of you people are disgusting with your "down with Baltimore" rhetoric. Never mind our national anthem, all the history, the good things and good people...you just hope the city falls into doom. You should be ashamed of yourselves. There's a reason I stopped responding on this thread.

AND as I said over and over: More and More accounts are starting to come out and be reported on the crimes, fights, flash mobs, and murder at the celebration.
1) Now it was announced that one 11 year child was trampled by "teens" jumping the fences and storming through barriers at the stadium.
2) Rawlings-Blake announced that the celebration was not properly handled and prepared for.
3) Video clips and pictures from within the stadium are revealing teens standing on top railings, acting extremely inappropriate and tempting police to do something.
4) Gates at the stadium were broken open or knocked down by thousands of teens acting unruly (police were easily overwhelmed).

for those that doubt how bad it was I posted a video on the patch of the mob trying to break thru a gate and the rush to the second gate that was broken.

Like any city, why would I pick the worst parts to walk through at night? That's just dumb. I've lived in LA, Dallas and now Baltimore. I grew up in an affluent suburb in VA...you know the burbs where everything is great and everybody loves each other? I've never lived in a more neighborly city than Baltimore. Expecting to choose the worst neighborhood to walk through in any city is lofty. You're completely out of touch with reality. Leaning entirely on stats is ridiculous too. If you are slightly versed in statistics...you'd know that. I also don't have groups of "roving black youth" around me and all the other ridiculous crap I've heard. I mean I do, but they've gotten off the bus to go to school. Maybe they're obnoxious...they're kids. I'm sure you'd be frightened though. I've got plenty of white trash around me though. Maybe you're more used to that it seems.

I avoid Baltimore City like the plague ( that it is )!!!!!!!

But Go Ravens...right? Lots of intelligence floating around here. Lots.

Are you "Lil Kim"?

Annnd you guys are idiots. If I argued with you, that'd only make me one. Enjoy rambling your absurdities.