Police investigating after football fans throw smoke bombs and metal spanner in Exeter
Officers say serious injuries could have been caused on the pitch
Last updated 10th Jun 2022
Police are investigating a public order incident at a football match between Exeter City and Port Vale.
At the final whistle, both sets of supporters went onto the pitch and threw objects at each other including smoke bombs, bottles, and a metal spanner.
Officers say serious injuries could have been caused when it happened at St James Park on Saturday 7th May.
They have now released pictures of three men they would like to identify and speak to.
A Devon & Cornwall Police spokesperson said: "Police are investigating an incident of public order which happened at a football match between Exeter City and Port Vale at St James Park, Exeter on Saturday 7 May.
"At the final whistle, both sets of supporters entered the field of play and were kept apart by police and stewards. Both sides reportedly threw objects at each other including smoke bombs, coins, bottles, and a metal spanner, all of which could have caused serious injury.
"Police are trying to identify the males pictured as they may be able to assist officers with their investigation."
If anyone has information, please contact police via 101 or email 101@dc.police.uk quoting log number 251 03/05/22.
Alternatively call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.