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realtalk said...

I would have done the same thing! He deserved to get KTFO.

October 13, 2009 at 4:23 AM

Joey said...

They should move Breaker's Bar downtown in Wilkes Barre, it would fit right in with the rest of the out of control places. Breakers has begun to attract trash lately. All these "Beer muscles but and no brain" tough guys need stiffer punishments, not a mere slap on the wrist. Hats off to Smith for knocking the punk out.

October 13, 2009 at 6:02 AM

MJS said...

How could Ira Smith be at fault? He was defending his wife.

October 13, 2009 at 6:52 AM

Upstate Guy said...

A county judge on Nov. 5, 2008 prohibited Roberts from patronizing places that serve alcohol for 18 months as part of his sentence for drunken driving. LAWBREAKER - Nail him BIG TIME!

October 13, 2009 at 7:28 AM

Anthony said...

Next time you should all gather in a huddle so they eye in the sky can't see. What a kinky and perverted man he is! How could he do that on a couples wedding night? He got less than he deserved!!!

October 13, 2009 at 8:12 AM

Tom said...

another example of special probation programs that now after all the lay-offs in that department do not exist ! Thanks PPO Vote NO 11/10

October 13, 2009 at 8:21 AM

Fletch said...

Sounds like if Roberts obeyed the judge--none of this would have happened. Now, send a message this is unacceptable and this time--put Roberts in prison.

October 13, 2009 at 8:45 AM

Russ said...

Sounds like Smith & his friends had mopped up these 2 pieces of garbage, Roberts & Kasisky. Why did police even bother when justice was being served on the spot. Roberts legally did not belong in a bar pouring sauce down his throat only to go out & drive drunk & put good people in harms way again. Smith, I can only hope you hit him hard enough to keep him off the streets for a while. You did what every American man would have done, protect your family. Sorry these clowns had to ruin your wedding.

October 13, 2009 at 9:21 AM

Hello said...

Good job Mr. SMITH. Don't worry about the charges, that's just a formality and I'm sure they will be dropped. Take a hearing.

October 13, 2009 at 9:24 AM

Mary Rose said...

This kind of behavior results from not being taught marriage is a Sacrament, not a fancy and expensive excuse to get drunk. What a shame!

October 13, 2009 at 9:43 AM

Billy R. said...

"No injuries were reported." I guess being knocked unconciouss doesn't count as an injury anymore.

October 13, 2009 at 9:44 AM

EIC said...

classy

October 13, 2009 at 9:45 AM

Joe Valley said...

Nothing says I will love and cherrish you forever, then a stop at the slots on your "special day". I guess the reception was in Edwardsville, henna or no?

October 13, 2009 at 10:19 AM

marc said...

Good for the groom.. I would have knocked this guy out too.. maybe he will think twice before he tries to grab another man's wife.. what an idiot.. I think we should have a collection to help Mr Smith pay for any legal costs...

October 13, 2009 at 11:15 AM

Lance said...

Your the Man Ira, way to go. Knocking that low-life out had to be like an involuntary action like breathing. There is no way you did anything wrong and no jury in the world will prosecute. What a dirt bag that guy must be.

October 13, 2009 at 11:46 AM

Carol said...

Trying out for the WWE. how pathetic. Bunch of rednecks.

October 13, 2009 at 12:44 PM

Billy Madison said...

I want to know why Raymond Roberts was not charged with Indecent Assault??? Sounds like maybe Roberts knows someone??? This sure sounds like a case of Sexual Assault to me.

October 13, 2009 at 1:59 PM

Sherri said...

Roberts you got everything you deserved. What kind of scumbag are you? I hope you go to JAIL where you belong for being a LAWBREAKER SHAME ON YOU!!!!!

October 13, 2009 at 2:02 PM

hulk hogan said...

Well from what I've heard Reilly already works for the WWE!

October 13, 2009 at 2:23 PM

Kat said...

I would not classify a husband defending his wife pathetic, a shame or "redneck" like. What generation are some of you living in? I guess some of you wouldn't mind a guy looking up your dress or your wives dress.

October 13, 2009 at 3:50 PM

charlesincharge said...

Northeastern PA's best entertainment venue now offers Vegas style entertainment !

October 13, 2009 at 4:10 PM

West Side Alley said...

Joe Valley-Excuse Me! Stop with the cheap talk regarding Edwardsville! Remember this happened in Plains Twp.! And if you truly read the article, you would of seen that they are from Tunkhannock!

October 13, 2009 at 4:45 PM

RNW said...

To those that have commented negatively about the couple going to the casio...come on, really? I personally think it's a neat idea to have a "nightcap" at the casino after your big day. Vegas wedding parties live it up all night along the strip. It's your big day. After all of the planning and expense, (especially on the bride's wardrobe) why not be out for a bit to show it off! You only get to wear it once. Best wishes of a lifetime of love and happiness, Marianne & Ira.

October 14, 2009 at 8:28 AM

Mags said...

Bottom line is when some people get drunk they do very stupid things, otherwise bouncers wouldn't be employed. I do not agree, by any means, with what Ray did, but that doesn't make him a monster. Anyone who knows Ray will attest he is a good person, people make mistakes and hopefully learn from them to become a better person.

October 14, 2009 at 10:35 AM

BILLY said...

like dalton said in roadhouse .roberts is too stupid to have a good time.

October 14, 2009 at 10:59 AM

Frank Ricard said...

Raymond Roberts you are 28 time to grow up. You are not helping the evolution of the human race. I can't even imagine the biggest A-hole in the world lifting up a girl's wedding dress. Is nothing sacred anymore? What happened to a society that saw a couple on there wedding day and wished them well, sent smiles and positive vibes. And Mr. Ira Smith, you sir, are the man. Congratulations and many happy years, Mr. & Mrs Smith.

October 14, 2009 at 11:21 AM

Mike said...

He disrespected his wife, so he knocked him out. Sounds justified to me. Mr. Smith had every right to do what he did. These 2 punks messed with the wrong people!!

October 14, 2009 at 12:41 PM

mike said...

If Mr.Smith should face any charges I hope someone sets up a defense fund for him. I will gladly donate!!

October 14, 2009 at 12:44 PM

tired... said...

Going to a Casino Bar after just getting married is dumb. BUT, i'm glad Mr. Scumbag,(Roberts), was knocked out. Maybe that will knock a little sense into what appears to be an idiot.

October 14, 2009 at 5:36 PM

wait till you here this one said...

I wonder if I could get a finders fee from the "Jerry Springer's show"

October 14, 2009 at 9:35 PM

Francis said...

Sounds more like Mississippi than PA!

October 15, 2009 at 11:56 AM

harry said...

I do know Roberts and who ever sticks up for him is an idiot just like him!!!! What he did was wrong and Roberts does know someone ....for a fact...that y he only got a slap on the wrist. I hope he gets what he deserves even more. when his hearing does come i hope the judge does the right thing!! Roberts thinks he's invisable someone should tell him he is not!!!!!

October 15, 2009 at 12:07 PM

Patty said...

maybe roberts was looking for the garter belt

October 16, 2009 at 10:34 PM

plans said...

if i was kasisky i would sue the mohegan, breakers, ira and who ever else fought him...just because someone your with does somethiing stupd it doesnt gve anybody the rght to lay their hands on you. plain and simple....all they have to do is sue, and these charges may dissapear. and im so sure the wedding party was stone sober too....its 1230 after a wedding reception..i want to hear rays side of the story. im sure ts a good one.

October 19, 2009 at 6:56 PM

stay classy San Diego said...

well plan, did you read the article at all? If you were intelligent, you would see that Kaskisky wasn't charged with anything and that Smith didn't fight with him at all.Read the story, it says Kaskisky tried to fight Smith. Roberts shouldn't have been there to begin with if you look at his past record. Roberts is lucky he hasn't been pressed with sexual or indecent assault. Obviously if those two scum were "eyeing" the bride the whole time, they had something up their sleeve. If you think Roberts actions were justified at all, then you are just as a perverted as him. p.s. LEARN how to spell!!

October 21, 2009 at 8:04 PM