New York Police Arrest Spectator Who Attacked Bret Hart at WWE Event

Bret “The Hitman” Hart is OK after the famous wrestler was tackled by a spectator while he was giving a speech during the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony.

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NEW YORK— Bret “The Hitman” Hart is OK after the famous wrestler was tackled by a spectator while he was giving a speech during the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony at Barclays Center.

The man was promptly subdued by several people who came to Hart’s defense on Saturday night.

A law enforcement official told The Associated Press a 26-year-old man was in custody and facing criminal charges. The official was not authorized to discuss to the case and spoke on condition of anonymity.

Several shocked onlookers posted footage of the incident online.

The induction event resumed after the fan was taken into custody.

Below is video of the attack.

During his WWE Hall of Fame speech, Bret Hart was attacked and tackled by someone from the crowd. The aftermath was WWE stars and security coming in to separate Hart's attacker.

(via @AlanFisher_) pic.twitter.com/kBzmHXQq5m

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