A vicious acid attack in Savannah has left a local woman fighting for her life, shaking a quiet community to its core.
According to Fox News, in a horrifying incident near Forsyth Park, 46-year-old Ashley Wasielewski was ambushed by an unknown assailant who doused her with acid, resulting in severe burns over half her body, while authorities scramble to find the perpetrator.
The attack unfolded around 8:15 p.m. on a December evening as Wasielewski was heading home near the historic 30-acre park in Savannah’s district.
A man clad in dark clothing crept up behind her, pouring the corrosive substance without warning, leaving her in agony.
Witnesses reported hearing gut-wrenching screams pierce the night air, a chilling reminder of the brutality of this unprovoked act. When Savannah Police arrived, they found Wasielewski’s clothes and car keys melted by the acid, a stark testament to the attack’s ferocity.
Rushed to the Augusta Burn Center, Wasielewski now endures severe burns covering over 50% of her body, a nightmare no one should face.
A verified GoFundMe page reveals she’s stable but in for a grueling recovery, needing specialized treatments, skin grafts, and ongoing care. Photos of her bandaged in the hospital paint a somber picture, yet her resilience shines through as the community rallies to support her.
The Savannah Police Department and the FBI are pulling out all stops, canvassing the area for doorbell footage and reviewing every lead with detectives working tirelessly.
A $5,000 reward has been posted by the FBI’s Atlanta Field Office for information leading to the arrest and conviction of this coward. Investigators have spoken with a “person of interest” dubbed the “Bugs Bunny guy” due to his distinctive hoodie, though he’s not currently a suspect or detained.
Police Chief Lenny Gunther assures, “We have no evidence that this is part of a larger pattern or that there is an ongoing threat to the public.”
Yet, let’s be real—such a statement feels like cold comfort when a random act of violence like this can happen in a city park, and extra patrols now dot the area as a precaution.
Westley Wasielewski, Ashley’s son, told The Associated Press, “We don’t know who did it. She doesn’t have any enemies. She is a friend to everyone.” That heartbreaking plea cuts deep—how does a kind soul become a target in a world obsessed with divisive agendas over basic decency?
As the hunt continues, authorities urge anyone with information to step forward, offering a digital tip line for photos or videos and contact numbers for both the Savannah Police at 912-234-2020 and the FBI at 1-800-225-5324.
This isn’t just a crime; it’s a gut punch to the values of safety and community we hold dear, especially when progressive policies sometimes seem to prioritize optics over real security. Let’s hope justice prevails for Ashley Wasielewski, whose fight for recovery reminds us all to stand against senseless violence and demand accountability in our streets.