"Idiana Gonzalez alleges in her lawsuit that the Barclays Center failed to provide adequate emergency response during a stampede, resulting in her severe injuries."
"The chaotic incident, sparked by false gunfire reports, injured at least 16 attendees and led to widespread panic among boxing match spectators, including Naomi Osaka."
A Brooklyn woman, Idiana Gonzalez, has filed a lawsuit against the Barclays Center and associated companies after suffering serious injuries in a stampede during a boxing match on May 29, 2022. The chaos was triggered by a loud noise misinterpreted as gunfire, causing fear among attendees, including tennis star Naomi Osaka. Gonzalez claims the venue lacked proper security and emergency protocols despite a known risk of such an incident, resulting in her being trampled and requiring surgery for her injuries.
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