Man arrested on suspicion of malicious communications after death of fan at Hillsborough
The 58-year-old fell ill during the match on Saturday when Sheffield Wednesday played West Brom.
Last updated 30th Sep 2024
A man has been arrested on suspicion of malicious communications after a West Brom fan passed away following the match at Hillsborough on Saturday.
A Police spokesperson said:
"A man is currently in police custody following reports of malicious communications on social media.
"It is alleged that malicious communications were shared following the death of a man during a football match on Saturday 28 September.
"The man aged 55 was arrested on suspicion of malicious communications and remains in police custody."
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