Bride-to-Be Brutally Attacked and Knocked Unconscious in Deep Ellum During Bachelorette Party, Suspect Arrested as Community Demands Justice

Dallas, TX – March 31, 2025 – A celebratory bachelorette party turned into a traumatic ordeal for 27-year-old Canada Rinaldi from Oklahoma, who was violently attacked in Dallas’s Deep Ellum district. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on March 22, as Rinaldi and her friends were leaving a nightclub and heading to their Uber.

The Assault

As the group walked toward their ride, an unidentified man approached Rinaldi from behind and struck her in the face without provocation, rendering her unconscious. The attack resulted in severe injuries, including a broken nose, three broken teeth, a concussion, and facial lacerations requiring eight stitches. A bridesmaid who attempted to intervene was also injured during the assault. citeturn0news10

Arrest of the Suspect

Dallas police identified and arrested 27-year-old Trevon Woodards in connection with the attack. Woodards, who has a history of criminal offenses, including assault and burglary, had recently been released on parole prior to the incident. He now faces charges of aggravated assault.

Community Response and Support

The unprovoked nature of the attack has sparked outrage and concern regarding safety in the Deep Ellum area. In response, a GoFundMe campaign was established to assist Rinaldi with medical expenses, raising over $19,000 to date.

Recovery and Moving Forward

Despite the physical and emotional trauma, Rinaldi remains determined to proceed with her wedding plans. She has expressed gratitude for the support received and is focusing on her recovery. The incident has prompted discussions about enhancing safety measures in entertainment districts to prevent similar occurrences in the future.