Two arrested after Leeds United fan injured in Norwich

Police say a man in his 60s reported being attacked

Norwich City
Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 13th May 2024
Last updated 13th May 2024

Two men have been arrested after a Leeds United supporter was injured in Norwich following yesterday's play-off match.

Police tell us a man in his 60s reported being punched outside Carrow Road shortly after 2pm, it's also believed an object was thrown at him, cutting his chin.

A Police spokesperson said:

"Two men have been arrested following an incident in Norwich this afternoon (Sunday 12 May 2024).

"The incident happened shortly after 2pm today (Sunday 12 May 2024) when a man aged in his 60s reported being punched outside Norwich City FC’s stadium in Carrow Road. An object is also believed to have been thrown at the victim who suffered a cut to his chin.

"The victim was seen by paramedics at the scene and did not require further medical treatment.

"A man aged in his late teens was arrested at the scene on suspicion of assault GBH and taken to Wymondham Police Investigation Centre for questioning.

"A man aged in 50s was also arrested at the scene on suspicion of assaulting an emergency worker and taken to Wymondham Police Investigation Centre for questioning.

"Both men remain in custody.

"Officers believe another man was also involved in this afternoon’s incident and enquiries are ongoing to locate him.

"An investigation has been launched to establish the full circumstances of what happened."

A statement from Leeds United said:

"Leeds United can confirm that a supporter received medical treatment and was discharged following an incident that occurred outside Carrow Road following Sunday's Sky Bet Championship Play-Off fixture.

"The supporter was seen by paramedics at the scene, and the club have also been in contact with the supporter.

"Two individuals were arrested by Norfolk Police. The club will now work closely with the police to fully investigate the incident, understand the facts and take appropriate action."

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