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Shannon Kobylarczyk fallout grows as Brewers ban her from stadium following viral racist rant at veteran (Image via Getty)
Milwaukee Brewers fan Shannon Kobylarczyk has now been banned from the Brewers’ home stadium after her racist rant toward Los Angeles Dodgers supporter Ricardo Fosado went viral.
The team confirmed both fans are banned from attending any future games at American Family Field. This comes just days after Kobylarczyk was fired by her employer, ManpowerGroup, in Wisconsin. The Brewers said their decision was made to ensure safety and respect for all fans inside the stadium.
Shannon Kobylarczyk banned from Brewers stadium after viral ‘ICE’ video
The Milwaukee Brewers confirmed to Daily Mail and FOX 11 Los Angeles that both Shannon Kobylarczyk and Ricardo Fosado will not be allowed back to the stadium following the heated argument during the playoff game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
In the viral video, Shannon Kobylarczyk was heard saying, “Let’s call ICE,” to Ricardo Fosado, who quickly replied, “I’m a U.S. citizen, war veteran baby girl, ICE can’t do anything to me.” The incident, which took place during the Dodgers’ win over the Brewers, spread rapidly online, gathering millions of views.Following an investigation, the Brewers said the decision was based on both fans’ behavior during the incident.
The team explained that Fosado was ejected from the game due to disorderly conduct and public intoxication, while Shannon Kobylarczyk became physical and tried to hit his phone away. As per their stadium policy, any fan involved in physical or aggressive conduct faces a permanent ban.Also Read: Brewers ‘Karen’ fired after viral video identifies her as Shannon Kobylarczyk in racist rant at Dodgers supporter and U.S. war veteran
Milwaukee Brewers release statement on fan behavior and safety
In a public statement shared with Daily Mail, the Milwaukee Brewers said they do not condone “offensive statements fans make to each other about race, gender, or national origin.”
The team added that their main goal is to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience inside the ballpark.
The Brewers further stated, “Both individuals have been notified that they are not allowed to return to the ballpark for future events.” The Milwaukee Police Department handled the situation inside the stadium and confirmed that both fans were escorted out before the game ended.Since the incident, Shannon Kobylarczyk has deleted her social media accounts and resigned from the Make-A-Wish Wisconsin board, according to FOX 11 Los Angeles and Daily Mail.