Carson Briere, Offspring of Quebecois NHL Icon, Nabbed Pushing Wheelchair down Staircase | Globalnews.ca

Carson Briere, the son of a former NHL star, has made headlines after being caught on video shoving a wheelchair-bound man down a flight of stairs. The incident, which was captured on surveillance footage, has sparked outrage and calls for justice. In this article, we delve into the details surrounding the incident and explore the potential consequences for the young Briere.


Carson Briere, the son of former NHL player Daniel Briere, has been caught on a surveillance camera pushing an unoccupied wheelchair down the stairs at a bar in Erie, Pennsylvania. Although the extent of the damage to the wheelchair is unclear, Briere has since been temporarily suspended from his university’s NCAA hockey team, alongside two other identified athletes from Mercyhurst University, due to “considerable outcry” condemning his actions. Mercyhurst University condemned Briere’s actions, stating that they fell short of respecting “the inherent dignity of each person”, and showed “solidarity with the victim and all persons with disabilities who rightfully find actions like this to be deeply offensive.” Carson’s father, Daniel, apologised on behalf of his son, stating that the actions were “inexcusable and run completely counter to our family’s values on treating people with respect”. In 2019, Carson was dismissed from Arizona State’s hockey club for violating team rules. The person whose wheelchair was damaged in the incident has subsequently come forward, after a GoFundMe page was created on her behalf to pay for a wheelchair replacement or repair.


In conclusion, the actions of Carson Briere, son of former NHL star Danny Briere, have raised serious concerns and outrage amongst the public. His decision to shove a disabled individual down stairs is reprehensible and cannot be excused under any circumstances. It is important to remember that actions have consequences, and it is our responsibility to hold individuals accountable for their actions. As the investigation into this incident continues, it is our hope that justice is served, and that those affected receive the support and resources they deserve. It is also our hope that this serves as a reminder that we must all strive to be compassionate and respectful towards one another, regardless of our differences.