Socialist Mayor Khalid Kamau of South Fulton, Georgia, found himself in handcuffs on Saturday morning after unlawfully entering a house and refusing to accept responsibility for his actions.
The incident resulted in charges of criminal trespass and first-degree burglary for Kamau, as reported by Fox 5 News Atlanta.
Kamau’s arrest could be seen as leading by example, highlighting the potential consequences of his dangerous leftist policies that may encourage such behavior.
The mayor’s booking took place at the Fulton County Jail, and he was subsequently released at 8 P.M. the same day after posting an $11,000 bond. The mugshot captured during his arrest reveals a smile on his face, adding to the intrigue surrounding the incident.
In response to the mayor’s arrest, the City of South Fulton released a statement acknowledging the situation.
“The City of South Fulton is committed to upholding the law and ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their position, are subject to the same fair and just treatment. As the investigation is still ongoing, we are unable to provide further details at this time,” the city said in a statement.
Kamau, in an attempt to excuse his alleged crime, claimed that he believed the house was abandoned and stated that he only wanted to see it.
“I just wanted to see the house,” the mayor claimed. “I do apologize to the voters. I thought it was abandoned.”
“I just wanted to see the house,” the mayor said. “I do apologize to the voters. I thought it was abandoned.”
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However, his subsequent comments raised eyebrows as he suggested that his arrest would shed light on the inequities occurring in South Fulton. This insinuation left some questioning whether Kamau was suggesting that his own arrest was an example of such inequity.
“I apologize for the negative attention that this is brought to our city,” Kamau stated. “I hope that the spotlight on our city right now will highlight some of the inequities that have been happening.”
The socialist mayor may have evaded consequences for his actions if not for the heroic intervention of the property owner. According to reports from Fox 5 Atlanta, the homeowner held Kamau at gunpoint until law enforcement arrived at the scene.
Kamau assumed the mayoral position in January 2022 following a five-year tenure on the City Council. Prior to his entry into elected office, Kamau had worked as a labor and community organizer.
The arrest of a sitting mayor has raised concerns among residents and local officials, questioning the judgment and integrity of their elected leader.
