Orlando City Fan Charged with Arson After Stadium Flare Incident

Giovanni Ramirez Reyes faces up to 40 years in prison for allegedly injuring a child and damaging the stadium during a soccer match.

Giovanni Isai Ramirez Reyes has been indicted on charges of arson causing personal injury after allegedly throwing flares at an Orlando City soccer match.
The incident occurred during the team's season opener against CF Montréal on February 24, 2024, at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida.
The flares reportedly caused burns to a child and started a fire that damaged the stadium.
Ramirez Reyes was arrested on October 15 and has pleaded not guilty; his trial is scheduled for December 2.
Orlando City SC has banned additional individuals for violating stadium protocols related to the incident.