A Milwaukee Brewers fan has been terminated from her job after video footage captured her telling a Latino Dodgers supporter, “Call ICE,” during Game 2 of the National League Championship Series. The incident continued to explode online, drawing heavy backlash and sparking discussions about racism, accountability, and free speech.
What the Video Shows
- During the game at American Family Field, Ricardo Fosado, a Los Angeles Dodgers fan—and U.S. Navy veteran—recorded the interaction after noticing silence from surrounding fans.
- The woman, later identified as Shannon Kobylarczyk, is seen first making mocking remarks about Fosado’s drink, then pointing to another spectator and declaring, “Let’s call ICE.”
- In response, Fosado affirmed: “Call ICE. Call ICE. I’m a U.S. citizen, war veteran … ICE is not gonna do nothing to me.”
- The video went viral, prompting public outrage and internal investigations by her employer.
Fallout & Repercussions
- Job termination: ManpowerGroup, Kobylarczyk’s employer, confirmed they placed her on immediate leave and later announced she is no longer with the organization.
- Board resignation: She also resigned from the board of Make-A-Wish Wisconsin following the incident.
- Stadium ejection dispute: Fosado says he was escorted out of the stadium over the incident—not Kobylarczyk—as per his interview with TMZ Sports.
Broader Implications & Reactions
- Public condemnation has been swift, with many seeing the “Call ICE” remark as racially charged and deeply insensitive in the context of American cultural tensions.
- Fosado’s stance: While he voiced disappointment in what was said, he also expressed reluctance to see someone fired over one mistake, acknowledging the emotional intensity of the situation.
- The incident feeds into a larger debate about social media accountability, public behavior at sporting events, and where free speech intersects with consequences in professional settings.
