Danny Trejo reenacted a real-life action movie during Sunland-Tujunga's Fourth of July parade, engaging in a brawl after getting hit by a water balloon he mistakenly believed was filled with acid.

Chaos erupted at the Sunland-Tujunga parade when a water balloon hit actor Danny Trejo, sparking a fight that nearly upstaged the fireworks. Mistakenly believing the balloon contained acid, Trejo confronted the group responsible, leading to a fracas so dramatic that even the vintage car he was riding in couldn't shift into neutral. While some onlookers blamed Trejo for overreacting, Trejo and his friend Mario Castillo, who ended up with a bruised eye, suspect the incident was racially motivated. Fortunately, no one drove off into the sunset in a cop car; the crowd dispersed before police arrived.

According to eyewitnesses, Danny Trejo was sitting comfortably in a vintage car, enjoying the festive atmosphere when an unexpected water balloon disrupted his peace. The 79-year-old actor, known for his rugged roles, suddenly found himself in the middle of an unscripted action sequence.

The projectile, seemingly harmless, turned into a cause for panic when someone in the crowd shouted that it contained acid. Known for his quick reflexes, Trejo immediately jumped out of his car and confronted the supposed perpetrators, not exactly how one expects a Fourth of July parade to go.

"I heard acid, and I didn't even think twice. I wasn't about to sit there and find out the hard way," Trejo said after the incident. "Getting hit by a water balloon mid-parade was bad enough; thinking it was acid? That’s nightmare fuel."

What followed was a scene fit for one of Trejo's movies. Fists flew as the actor engaged in a physical altercation with the alleged assailants. Arnie Abramyan, a local resident, captured parts of the brawl on camera and described the actor's fury. "Trejo didn't hold back, he was swinging at anyone within arm's reach," Abramyan recounted.

During the melee, Trejo found himself on the ground, a rare position for a man who typically towers over his adversaries on the silver screen. His friend, Mario Castillo, who rushed to his aid, didn't escape unscathed either.

"I ended up with a bruised right eye and my arms looked like I went a few rounds with a heavyweight champ," Castillo commented, showing off his injuries.

The incident has left Trejo and Castillo wondering about the motive behind the attack. They believe that the water balloon might have been thrown at them because they are Mexican. 'It's not the first time something like this has happened,' Trejo noted. 'But it's particularly upsetting when it happens during a parade that's supposed to bring people together. And honestly, who throws water balloons these days? What is this, a Nickelodeon show?'

While some spectators felt sympathy for Trejo and Castillo, others were quick to point fingers at the actor for escalating the situation. They argue that had Trejo stayed in his car, the scenario might have deflated like the balloon that started it all.

"The parade was going smoothly until Trejo got out and started pushing through the crowd," one attendee said. "It was a bit like watching a scene from his movies—unnecessary and over the top, and it only made things worse."

With the skirmish reaching a peak, someone eventually called the police. However, by the time officers arrived, the crowd had dissipated, and no arrests were made. Sunland-Tujunga returned to its relatively calm holiday vibe, albeit with a story people will talk about for years.

Despite the chaotic turn of events, both Trejo and Castillo eventually calmed down once the dust had settled. In classic Trejo fashion, the actor offered a parting shot: 'If you're going to throw balloons, at least make sure they're filled with something cool next time—like water.'