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Hospice Caregiver, Racially Motivated Attack, Racial Aggression, Racial Harassment, Racial Safety
We’re covering a chilling incident from Aiken, SC, that’s bound to stir up a lot of emotions. Jasmine Thomas, a Black hospice caregiver, was subjected to a horrifying racially motivated assault. At the heart of this disturbing event is John Daniel Rosso, a 79-year-old white man, now facing third-degree misdemeanor assault and battery charges. The incident unfolded on April 28 and was partially captured on video, showing Rosso trailing Thomas as she headed to her workplace in a quiet Aiken neighborhood. Upon arrival, things took a terrifying turn. Rosso emerged from his vehicle, pounded on her car window, and when Thomas rolled it down, he struck her right in the face. He then screamed those haunting words: you don’t belong here, followed by a despicable racial slur.
But it didn’t stop there. The unsettling footage shared widely on TikTok reveals Thomas fleeing, with Rosso ruthlessly pursuing her while shouting, shut up. Josh Herring, her employer, rushed in, believing this was no mere altercation, but a racially charged attack.
Jasmine, who has been a beloved caregiver with the family for a year, finds herself unable to return to work, haunted by the emotional trauma. In her own words, every time I close my eyes, I see him. I can’t stand the dark anymore. Loud noises make me jump. It’s like I’m reliving it over and over.
This brings us to a topic we can’t ignore: the pervasive reality of racial aggression in our society. We invite you, our listeners, to share your thoughts. How do we forge a path forward in the face of such deep-rooted hostility? What steps can we take collectively to ensure safety and equality for all?
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