During the Reds-Guardians game at the Great American Ball Park on June 11, 2024, a fan ran onto the field and did a backflip before being detained by an officer who deployed a stun gun. The fan, identified as 19-year-old William Hendon, was charged with criminal trespass and obstructing official business. The incident caused a brief disruption in the game but was quickly resolved by the officers. The Cincinnati Police Department commended the officers for their quick response, allowing the game to continue uninterrupted. The Guardians won the game 5-3, and the second game of the series is scheduled for June 12, 2024.
In another Reds game, Will Benson, a player for the Cincinnati Reds, made a diving catch in center field during a game against the Miami Marlins on July 12, 2024. The catch occurred in the 7th inning and recorded the second out. The pitch speed was 82.2 mph, and the exit velocity of the hit was 76.0 mph. The catch was captured in a 28-second video available on the MLB website. [8748114e] [0079e24c]
