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04/03 15:57 CDT Dallas Stars' arena investigating 4 fans for apparently
celebrating with a Nazi salute
Dallas Stars' arena investigating 4 fans for apparently celebrating with a Nazi
salute
DALLAS (AP) --- The home arena of the Dallas Stars has launched an
investigation into a video that apparently shows four fans celebrating a goal
with a Nazi salute.
A spokesperson for the American Airlines Center told WFAA-TV in Dallas that the
arena has "zero tolerance for any acts of hate and/or discrimination."
"We strongly denounce the actions that appear to be depicted in the video
footage and are conducting an internal investigation," the spokesperson said.
"All fans and attendees are expected to adhere to AAC and, as applicable, NBA
or NHL Codes of Conduct when attending events."
A Stars fan, Courtney Ripley, told the television station she took a 12-second
video at a game against Toronto in late December. It shows four fans reacting
to a goal by appearing to raise and extend their right arms with a straightened
right hand facing downward. The video gained traction this week on several
social media platforms.
A Stars spokesperson told ESPN on Thursday that the team is "fully aligned with
the arena's statement and working with them to find out exactly what happened."
Fan codes of conduct are prominent throughout the NHL. Every team has a
scripted segment that is shared on their video boards, through their public
address system or both, telling fans about their respective codes of conduct.
The NHL also has a multipoint fan code of conduct that opens by stating, "The
best hockey experiences happen in environments that are inclusive, safe and
respectful."
The NHL said possible punishments for violating the code of conduct include
ejection, suspension or a lifetime ban from future events.
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