Controversy Over Mayor's Condolences to Family of Man Shot While Trying to Stab Others

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Boston's Democrat mayor faced criticism for offering condolences to the family of a man who was shot while trying to stab two people at a Chick-fil-A restaurant. The incident involved an off-duty officer intervening to protect the individuals being attacked.

Key Points

  • Off-duty officer shot and killed a man attempting to stab two people at a Chick-fil-A restaurant
  • Mayor Michelle Wu faced backlash for expressing condolences to the family of the deceased attacker
  • Previous stance of Mayor-elect Wu against police officers in schools highlighted

Pros

  • Off-duty officer intervened to protect individuals from a knife-wielding attacker
  • No one else was hurt in the incident

Cons

  • Criticism directed at Mayor Michelle Wu for offering condolences to the family of the attacker
  • Debate over the appropriateness of expressing empathy towards violent criminals