Despite a massive security presence involving some 30 outside agencies Santa Clara police reported 11 arrests, 45 ejections and two hospitalizations following a series of violent altercations during Sunday’s 49ers-Raiders game at Levi’s Stadium.
According to the local NBC affiliate, brawls spilled from the stands into the parking lot, and investigators are actively working to identify and arrest those involved in the violence.
Videos on social media captured fans trading blows, people knocked to the ground and others left motionless in both the upper deck and outside the stadium.
Law enforcement analyst Michael Leininger warned that the situation could have had fatal consequences.
"There could have been deaths associated with these savage beatings," Leininger said. "You saw the one individual's knees buckle, his arms swing down, his head struck the pavement. He’s lucky to be alive."
Leninger suggested that the stadium operator re-evaluate staffing levels.
"I believe the need to increase staffing, sadly, that needs to happen," Leininger said. "I do believe they need to look after their alcohol sales and perhaps pick a different angle."
