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Safety alert at a WNBA game in Brooklyn
A 12-year-old girl was struck by a thrown object during a Brooklyn game. Police are seeking a suspect; security steps are being reviewed.
Police are seeking a suspect after a sex toy was hurled at a Brooklyn WNBA game, striking a 12-year-old attendee.
Sex toy thrown at WNBA game in Brooklyn injures 12-year-old girl
Police in New York say a man threw a sex toy during the Liberty versus Wings game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn last Tuesday. The NYPD released a photo and a short clip of a man wearing a Beavis and Butt-Head shirt and an Ohio State cap as part of the investigation. The object struck a 12-year-old girl in the right leg.
The Brooklyn incident is part of a broader pattern that has surfaced in several cities over the past two weeks. Earlier cases occurred in Georgia, Phoenix, Chicago and Los Angeles, with two men already arrested in Georgia and Phoenix. The WNBA said safety remains a top priority and that authorities will pursue arrests and prosecutions with felony charges where applicable against anyone involved in the conduct or in sponsoring it.
Key Takeaways
"The safety of everyone in our arenas remains a top priority."
official WNBA safety stance
"We are working closely with local and federal law enforcement to pursue all appropriate actions — including arrest and prosecution with felony charges where applicable — against anyone engaged in this conduct or otherwise involved in sponsoring this reckless and unacceptable behavior."
security and accountability stance
"an unidentified individual threw an object which struck a 12-year-old female victim in the right leg."
incident description from police
The Brooklyn episode is not an isolated incident. It highlights a risk that goes beyond misbehavior at a game; it affects families and the perceived safety of arenas. If leagues respond with clear penalties and reinforced security, trust can be maintained or restored. If action feels slow or weak, fans may rethink attendance and sponsors may question the value of aligning with a league viewed as unable to stop disruptive acts. This situation tests the balance between keeping events welcoming and preserving space for free, safe enjoyment.
Highlights
- Safety cannot be casual in arenas
- Accountability must match the harm
- This is public safety not entertainment
- Authorities will pursue all appropriate actions
Public safety concerns trigger policy scrutiny
The Brooklyn incident, along with similar cases in other cities, raises questions about arena security, crowd control, and the potential impact on attendance and sponsorships. The situation warrants clear, swift action to deter future acts and protect spectators.
As investigations proceed, venues will be measured by how quickly and clearly they translate words into visible safeguards.
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