Homophobic Abuse Rocks Millwall v Reading Match
Football fans at Saturday’s Millwall v Reading clash were shocked as a match official faced homophobic abuse during the game. The incident unfolded around 3.30pm in the East Stand, and is believed to have involved home supporters.
Police Hunt Witnesses and Video Footage
Officers are on the lookout for anyone who saw the unacceptable abuse or who may have captured it on camera. They urge witnesses to come forward to aid their investigation.
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111
- Reach the Public Order Crime Team at 020 8246 9386
Investigation Underway
DC Phil Dickinson, Met’s Public Order Crime Team, said: “We take any allegation of abuse very seriously and are investigating this matter. If anyone was at last Saturday’s game and witnessed the incident, or has video footage of it, I would urge them to come forward to assist us in our investigation.”
Football fans are reminded that hate-based abuse has no place in the beautiful game or anywhere else.
