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Man arrested for damaging taxi after Knicks' Game 4 victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 2:45 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Man arrested for damaging taxi after Knicks' Game 4 victory

Summary

Saul Vargas, a 21-year-old from Saint Cloud, Florida, was arrested early Monday for vandalizing a taxi in Manhattan following the Knicks' win in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Vargas was part of a group that allegedly damaged the cab at 36th Street and Seventh Avenue after the Knicks overcame a 29-point deficit against the San Antonio Spurs. Police reported incidents of unruly behavior, including fans damaging NYPD vehicles and some injuries among officers. In total, 56 arrests were made that night, with 15 individuals facing criminal charges. An investigation continues into the events surrounding the celebration.

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•Saul Vargas arrested for criminal mischief after Game 4 celebration.
•Knicks overcame 29-point deficit to lead 3-1 in the Finals.
•56 arrests made, 15 facing criminal charges after post-game unrest.
•Fans damaged NYPD vehicles and injured several officers.
•Investigation into violence surrounding the celebration is ongoing.

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2:45 AMYahoo Sports — Man, 21, arrested for damaging cab following Knicks’ Game 4 win

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A 21-year-old man was arrested Monday for damaging a taxi in Manhattan during a wild celebratory revel following the Knicks’ victory in Game 4 of the NBA finals, cops said. Saul Vargas of Saint Cloud, Florida was charged with criminal mischief for damaging the cab in the early hours Thursday morning. Vargas was among a group of three men being sought for pummeling the cab parked at 36th St and ...
— Yahoo Sports

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