Heroic Soccer Fan Wounded After Tackling Gunman at Packed Koreatown Watch Party

Luis Romero, 56, was rushed to the hospital after jumping into action to protect families and children.

Duarte resident Luis Romero was shot and wounded after tackling an armed suspect who opened fire near a crowded World Cup viewing event in Koreatown, as reported by KTLA 5 News.

The 56-year-old was attending a World Cup match screening with his son, Leon, at Seoul International Park on June 18 when a gunman emerged and fired several rounds into the area. The sudden gunfire sent hundreds of panicked soccer fans scrambling for cover during the broadcast of the Mexico versus South Korea game…

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