A viral moment at the National League Championship Series has led to major consequences for one Milwaukee Brewers fan. Shannon Kobylarczyk, a Wisconsin resident and Brewers supporter, has lost her job and stepped down from a charity board position following a heated altercation with a Latino Dodgers fan during Game 2 of the NLCS at American Family Field.
How the Incident Unfolded
The October 14th matchup between the Milwaukee Brewers and Los Angeles Dodgers took an unexpected turn off the field when a short clip began circulating across social media. In the video, Dodgers fan Ricardo Fosado is seen celebrating his team’s comeback while surrounded by Brewers fans.
When Fosado jokingly asked nearby fans why they had gone quiet, Kobylarczyk mocked his drink choice before allegedly turning to another spectator and saying, “Maybe we should call ICE.” The remark — perceived as racially charged due to Fosado’s Latino heritage — immediately drew widespread outrage online.
Shortly afterward, Fosado was escorted out of the stadium following the heated exchange, though he later said there were no physical altercations.
Brewers fan that said ‘call ICE’ on a Latino Dodgers fan now out of job
Shannon Kobylarczyk was an employee of the Manpower Group in Milwaukee and served on the board of directors for Make-A-Wish Wisconsin.
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Dodger Fan’s Reaction: “It Was Emotional, Not Malicious”
Despite the online backlash, Fosado, a U.S. Navy veteran who served in Afghanistan and Iraq, expressed empathy toward Kobylarczyk. In interviews, he stated he did not believe the comment warranted her termination.
“I don’t think it was something horrible that should get her fired,” he said. “It was just emotions running high during a game. Nobody was hurt — it’s just unfortunate how things escalated.”
Job Loss and Resignation After Investigation
Kobylarczyk’s employer, ManpowerGroup, confirmed her dismissal in an official statement:
“As soon as we became aware of the video, the individual was placed on immediate leave, and an internal investigation began. As a result, the employee is no longer with the organization.”.
In addition to losing her job, she also resigned from her board position with Make-A-Wish Wisconsin. The organization confirmed her departure, underscoring its commitment to inclusion and respect across all communities.
The Broader Conversation
The term “Call ICE” references the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, which enforces immigration laws. Over recent years, the phrase has been politically charged and often associated with racial profiling controversies.
Social media users, including many Brewers supporters, condemned the comment as out of line, while others argued the backlash had been disproportionate for a remark made in the heat of a sports rivalry.
Ricardo Fosado Reflects
Following the incident, Fosado emphasized that he doesn’t hold resentment toward the fan and that the rest of the Brewers crowd had been welcoming. “This was my first time at a Brewers game. I got kicked out, sure — but overall, I had a great experience,” he told reporters.
Still, he added that public accountability can be necessary. “There are consequences for people’s actions,” he said. “You can’t say things like that in today’s world and expect it not to matter.”
Key Takeaway
The Shannon Kobylarczyk incident has reignited national discussions around civility, racism, and accountability — proving once again how quickly a single comment can spiral in the age of viral media.