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Fan With U.S. Flag Tackled After Running Onto Field at World Series Game 6

Security pinned the intruder, with police arresting him after a brief delay.

Overview

  • The on-field intrusion occurred in the sixth inning at Rogers Centre in Toronto during Game 6 between the Blue Jays and Dodgers on October 31.
  • Security knocked the American flag out of the fan’s hands before he could unfurl it.
  • The fan briefly evaded the first guard before being pinned to the ground, then was handcuffed and arrested by police.
  • Play paused for only a few minutes as spectators responded with a mix of boos and cheers.
  • The game resumed and the Dodgers won, setting up a Game 7 in Toronto.