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SoFi Stadium Employee Fired After Threatening Latino Concertgoers with ICE
2/24/2026, 11:24:43 PM
Incident Overview
A contracted employee at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, was terminated after being recorded threatening to call Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on a group of Latino concertgoers. The incident occurred during a disagreement at a Los Bukis concert, part of the band's historic reunion tour, which concluded at the venue. The confrontation was captured on video, showing the employee, identified as a woman in a blue coat, arguing with attendees before making the threat.
Details of the Confrontation
The footage reveals a tense exchange between the employee and concertgoers, although the specific cause of the argument remains unclear. As the situation escalated, a supervisor intervened, attempting to de-escalate the conflict. The employee, while recording the interaction on her phone, stated, “Yeah, before I call ICE,” before leaving the area. Witnesses reported that the supervisor acknowledged the comment but indicated he could not control the employee's actions.
Response from SoFi Stadium
Following the incident, a spokesperson for Hollywood Park, which operates SoFi Stadium, confirmed that the employee was a third-party contractor who is no longer employed at the venue. The spokesperson emphasized that such behavior is not tolerated, stating, “We do not tolerate this type of behavior.” There has been no information released regarding any involvement of law enforcement or whether any criminal complaints were filed.
Background on Los Bukis
Los Bukis, a prominent Latin music group formed in 1973, has had a significant impact on the genre, particularly during the 1970s and 1980s. After disbanding in 1996, the group reunited in 2021, performing at various venues, including SoFi Stadium, where they became the first Latin artists to hold a concert. Their reunion tour culminated in two final shows at SoFi Stadium, featuring popular songs like “Tu Cárcel” and “Yo Te Necesito.” The band was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, dedicated to U.S. immigrants, and a mural was created near the stadium in their honor.
Criticism & Opposition
The incident has sparked outrage among community members and advocates for immigrant rights. Critics argue that threats to involve ICE perpetuate a climate of fear among Latino communities, particularly in public spaces like concert venues. This incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement and the treatment of Latino individuals in the United States.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Yeah, before I call ICE,” — SoFi Stadium Employee
- “We do not tolerate this type of behavior,” — Hollywood Park Spokesperson
This incident at SoFi Stadium underscores the complexities surrounding immigration issues and the experiences of Latino communities in public settings, particularly during cultural events.
