Five Arrested in Biker Attack in Saratoga Springs 

Five men associated with the Red Devil’s Motorcycle Club have been arrested and charged in connection with an assault on two individuals that took place near Pavilion Row on April 11. 

Jamal J. Bridges, 28, of Castleton on Hudson, Nolan G. Empringham, 25 of Bowmanville, ON, Jerome Akers, 31, of Hampton ON, Charles J. Collins, 47, of Gansevoort and Jordan X. Prendergast, 31 of Hampton ON all face felony charges related to the assault. 

Akers, Prendergast and Collins were charged with felony 2nd degree attempted gang assault, Empringham was charged with felony tempering with physical evidence, and Bridges was charged with felony 3rd degree criminal possession of a weapon and felony attempted gang assault. 

According to Saratoga Springs Police, the assault began after two men walking between bars on Caroline Street walked by a group wearing clothes identifying the men as members of the Red Devil’s Motorcycle Club. One of the victims asked the alleged gang members what they rode and were told to move along. 

The victims were then allegedly followed to their destination and assaulted by members resulting in injury. Immediately after the attack, several members of the group attempted to conceal clothing which would have identified them as members of the gang. In addition, one of the men was found in possession of brass knuckles, resulting in additional charges. 

“Our officers are the enforcers of law and order on Caroline Street,” Saratoga Springs Police said in a statement. “This community will not tolerate violent, senseless behavior in our bar district or anywhere else in our city. Those coming to enjoy the nightlife Saratoga Springs has to offer should not have to fear being violently attacked. This arrest should serve as a reminder to all who visit our vibrant downtown that you are on camera and will be held accountable for your actions when you break the law.”