SF Woman Allegedly Attacked, Yet to Press Charges
The recent incident involving a San Francisco woman and bartenders at a popular restaurant has raised questions about accountability and public safety. Shireen Afkari, who gained notoriety after a viral video of a drunken altercation, has not yet pressed charges against the bartenders involved.
Overview of the Incident
The altercation took place at a trendy restaurant co-owned by celebrity chef Joey Altman. Afkari was reportedly cut off from service due to her intoxicated and disruptive behavior. A video captured the incident, showing her becoming physical with both staff and patrons.
Actions Taken by Bartenders
- Bartenders Miguel Marchese and a colleague physically restrained Afkari.
- They appeared to body-slam her and trip her during the encounter.
- Despite the aggressive actions shown in the footage, no arrest has been made.
Law Enforcement Response
According to San Francisco Police Department Public Information Officer (PIO) Robert Rueca, there is currently no investigation into the bartenders’ actions. This lack of legal action stems from Afkari’s decision not to file a police report.
Consequences for Afkari
Following the incident, Shireen Afkari was detained for public intoxication. She was subsequently taken to county jail. In addition to legal troubles, Afkari faced professional repercussions; she was fired from her position at Strava, a fitness app company.
The company released a statement clarifying their stance: “We don’t condone violence of any kind and this does not reflect the standards we expect of our team.”
Conclusion
The situation remains unresolved as Shireen Afkari has not publicly commented on her next steps regarding the bartenders. As the community watches this situation unfold, it emphasizes the need for accountability in incidents involving public intoxication and aggression.
