Baltimore Ravens fan Jack Callis will remain in jail after a judge denied him bail on Wednesday, following his arrest for a violent assault after a game. Callis, 24, is accused of attacking two 23-year-old men in Federal Hill on October 13 after a game between the Ravens and the Washington Commanders. The incident, captured in a viral video, led to Callis facing serious charges.
Callis faces one count of first-degree assault and three counts of second-degree assault. These charges could result in a maximum sentence of 55 years in prison. Police reports indicate that the viral video shows Callis, wearing a Baltimore Ravens jersey, assaulting two men in Commanders jerseys. Callis surrendered to the police on Tuesday following the widespread circulation of the video.
John Callis’s attorney, Brian Thompson, argued that his client was “overcharged,” stating to WJZ Investigator Mike Hellgren, “I don’t believe this is a first-degree assault. I think it’s a second-degree assault. First-degree assault requires serious bodily injury.” Callis’s mother was present in court and showed emotion but did not comment after the hearing.
Viral Video of Attack After Ravens Game
The assault occurred near Cross Street Market in Federal Hill after the Baltimore Ravens’ victory over the Washington Commanders. Charging documents made public reveal that the viral video footage captured the second encounter between Jack Callis and the victims.
Charging Documents in Jack Callis Assault Case Reveal Viral Video Evidence Against Baltimore Ravens Fan
According to prosecutors, Jack Callis had already severely assaulted the two men prior to the events in the video, resulting in the theft of their personal items, including a phone and wallet. The video evidence allegedly shows Callis attacking them again when they returned to retrieve their belongings. One of the victims was knocked unconscious and subsequently diagnosed with a concussion due to the assault.
Victims of Jack Callis Assault “Humiliated”
Prosecutor Twila Driggins informed the judge that the victims felt “humiliated” and expressed fear of further attacks from Callis. Judge LaTina Burse Greene, presiding over the case, described the evidence against Jack Callis as “strong” and labeled the assault as “clearly unprovoked.” Consequently, Judge Greene rejected the defense’s request to release Callis on GPS monitoring to an outpatient treatment facility.
Defense attorney Thompson expressed disappointment, stating, “Of course, it’s disappointing. I think he needs help. The criminal justice system is both designed to punish and rehabilitate. He’s a 24-year-old kid. He clearly has a problem. He needs help, and I’m trying to get him help, and I believe the judge will be amenable to it with a different program.” Danny Smith from OnePromise, the treatment program suggested by the defense, also conveyed his belief in the potential benefits of treatment for Jack Callis.
Jack Callis’s History of Troubling Behavior
During the court proceedings, it was disclosed that Jack Callis admitted to using cocaine daily for the past four years, including on the day of the assault. Prosecutors also highlighted Callis’s past legal issues, including probation before judgment for an “alcohol-fueled” assault in Towson in November 2021, where he reportedly beat a man unconscious on York Road. Additionally, Callis received probation in 2020 for another assault in Delaware, which prosecutors stated was also alcohol-related.
Despite denying bail, Judge Greene indicated that she would consider releasing Jack Callis to a suitable inpatient treatment facility if the defense could arrange one.
Job Termination Following Assault Video
Prior to the assault incident, Jack Callis had relocated to Sarasota, Florida, to live with his father. Prosecutors revealed that Callis’s employer identified him after being shown the viral video of the assault. Callis, who was working remotely, was terminated from his position just 34 days after starting the job due to his involvement in the assault.
