Yankee Stadium Security Tackles Field Invader
Yankee Stadium security tackled a field invader waving a Palestinian flag during the 9/11 anniversary game on Friday night. The disruption briefly paused the Yankees-Mets matchup.
BREAKING: Yankee Stadium Security Tackles Field Invader Waving Palestinian Flag During 9/11 Anniversary Game New York, NY - September 12, 2026 – Chaos erupted at Yankee Stadium Friday night as a spectator breached security and ran onto the field during the annual 9/11 anniversary game between the New York Yankees and the New York Mets. The individual, carrying a Palestinian flag, was quickly apprehended by stadium security personnel. Incident During Solemn Commemoration The disruption occurred during a moment of remembrance for the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. As players and fans observed a moment of silence, the field invader managed to elude initial security measures, making their way onto the playing surface. Video footage circulating on social media shows the individual holding aloft a Palestinian flag before being swiftly tackled by multiple security officers. The game was briefly paused as the individual was removed from the field. This incident casts a somber shadow over a night typically dedicated to honoring heroes and remembering the sacrifices made on 9/11. The presence of a political flag during such a solemn occasion has drawn widespread…