Unfortunate incident at a WNBA game in Brooklyn: a 12-year-old spectator gets hit by a sex toy, and the NYPD is on the hunt for the culprit
In a disturbing turn of events, the New York Police Department (NYPD) is on the hunt for an individual who allegedly threw a sex toy during a New York Liberty-Dallas Wings game at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. This incident, which occurred during the game on Tuesday, July 27, marks the most recent example of such behaviour targeting WNBA players over the past two weeks.
The first such incident took place on July 29 during a Golden State Valkyries game against the Atlanta Dream in College Park, Georgia. Since then, similar incidents have been reported in Phoenix, Chicago, and Los Angeles. However, there are no publicly available details identifying the individuals arrested in relation to these incidents.
The man in the video, wearing a "Beavis and Butt-Head" T-shirt and an Ohio State cap, can be seen in a photo and a video clip released by the NYPD. The object thrown by the suspect struck a 12-year-old girl in the right leg.
The NYPD is continuing the search for the suspect on Friday, and the New York Liberty is cooperating with the police in the ongoing investigation. The WNBA, too, is taking the matter seriously. A spokesperson for the league stated that the safety of everyone in arenas is a top priority, and they are working closely with local and federal law enforcement to pursue all appropriate actions against anyone involved in throwing sex toys or sponsoring such behaviour.
The WNBA intends to pursue felony charges where applicable against those engaged in this conduct. They are determined to send a clear message that such behaviour will not be tolerated. The location of the game was Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the incidents in Georgia and Phoenix. The league is hopeful that the swift action taken in these cases will deter future incidents and ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all fans attending WNBA games.
- The ongoing search for the NYPD, concerning the individual who threw a sex toy during the New York Liberty-Dallas Wings game, falls under the category of general-news and crime-and-justice.
- The WNBA's decision to pursue felony charges against those involved in throwing sex toys and their commitment to ensure a safe and enjoyable sports environment for fans, falls under the category of sports and sports-analysis.
