Boy struck by thrown object at barclays center, injured

Boy struck by thrown object at Barclays Center, Injured

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August 9, 2025
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BROOKLYN, NY – A trip to the Barclays Center turned dangerous Tuesday night when a child was hit by an object thrown by an unidentified man.

Around 8:45 p.m. on August 5, police say a 12-year-old girl was inside 620 Atlantic Avenue when an unknown individual hurled an object, striking her in the right leg. The assailant then fled the scene on foot and has not been located.

The victim suffered pain to her leg but did not require hospitalization.

The suspect was last seen wearing a red hat, black shirt, black shorts, and black shoes. Police are reviewing surveillance footage from inside the venue to identify the man responsible.

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Key Points

  • A 12-year-old girl was struck in the leg by an object thrown inside Barclays Center.
  • The suspect fled on foot and remains unidentified.
  • The victim experienced leg pain but did not require hospitalization.

An unknown man fled after hurling an object that struck a 12-year-old girl inside Barclays Center.

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton

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