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Cincinnati Reds Game Interrupted by Backflipping Fan Tased by Police

19-year-old William Hendon faces charges after running onto the field and performing a backflip before being subdued by a stun gun.

  • Hendon, wearing a Johnny Bench jersey, ran onto the field during the ninth inning against the Cleveland Guardians.
  • He performed a backflip that was captured in dramatic photos and videos, which quickly went viral on social media.
  • Police used a Taser to apprehend Hendon, leading to debates about the necessity of the force used.
  • Hendon was charged with criminal trespass and obstructing official business, later reduced to misdemeanors.
  • The incident has sparked a range of reactions, including the release of a T-shirt featuring Hendon's backflip.
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