Reggie Bernard Ray, the man who gained fame for wielding a folding chair during the notorious Alabama Riverfront brawl, has managed to avoid serving any time in jail. Under a conditional guilty plea, Ray has been sentenced to complete 50 hours of community service and given a 90-day suspended sentence, provided he fulfills his community service obligations and stays out of trouble.
Key Takeaway
Reggie Bernard Ray, the chair-wielding participant in the Alabama Riverfront brawl, has been spared jail time through a conditional guilty plea. He must successfully fulfill his community service requirements and avoid any further legal trouble to avoid serving the 90-day suspended sentence.
Coming to the Defense
In a viral clip that circulated earlier this year, Ray was seen coming to the defense of a co-captain of a nearby riverboat. The incident occurred when a group of white men’s boat blocked the riverboat from docking, leading to a heated dispute. Ray, standing up for the Black man, swung a folding chair at one of the white men, sparking a massive brawl. The incident quickly gained attention and spawned numerous memes and even merchandise related to Ray’s participation.
Avoiding Jail Time
With his guilty plea, Ray has managed to escape incarceration as long as he completes his community service hours and maintains a clean record. This outcome provides a way for Ray to move forward and put the incident behind him. However, it is worth noting that Ray has joined others involved in the brawl by capitalizing on his newfound fame and selling his own merchandise related to the event.
