when Copa America 2024 Final in USAIt contains Hard Rock Stadium in MiamiChaos ensued, a violent incident that fortunately did not end in tragedy, but showed the lack of organization and safety protocols within a tournament of this caliber.
And thousands of Colombian fans forced their way into the stadium without tickets to watch the match Colombia and Argentina. The official report shows that they were close 8,000 people Those who entered the premises illegally.
Of these 8,000 people, nearly 7,000 have already been identified by the aid Biometric cameras have been installed around the grounds. With this instrument, it is expected that exemplary sanctions may range from loss of visas to deportation of entire families.
What restrictions can Colombian fans impose?
A majority, according to information shared by Florida officials Colombian fans Those already identified did not come from Colombia to watch the game, but were legal residents of different countries Parts of the United States and Canada.
Therefore, the sanctions they can get depend on each specific case. For example, they may face criminal charges that result in fines or prison terms. Visa cancellation as a resident of the US and Canada may also be an option. Finally, in extreme cases, They may be deported and lose their visas permanentlyDepending on how the action in question is classified.
