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WNBA suggests it's pursuing criminal charges against fans who throw adult toys onto court during games
UNITED STATES, AUG 8 – Fans have thrown sex toys onto courts at six WNBA games amid a social media prank, prompting arrests and felony charges, league officials said.
- During Thursday night’s matchup between the Atlanta Dream and Chicago Sky, play was interrupted when sex toys were tossed onto the playing area.
- The incidents began on July 29 in Atlanta and have continued for over two weeks with seven known occurrences at different games.
- The WNBA and players' union say they are investigating claims that individuals were incentivized to throw sex toys as unsafe stunts.
- The league stated it is collaborating with federal authorities to seek legal action, emphasizing that ensuring the safety of all attendees in their venues is a primary concern.
- As a result, two men have been arrested on charges including disorderly conduct and trespassing, while the league warns such reckless behavior will face prosecution.
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