Arrests made in Norfolk after England lose Euro 2020 final
A number of arrests were made in the county following England's loss.
Last updated 12th Jul 2021
Norfolk Police says several people were arrested following a small number of football-related incidents in the county after England's loss in the Euro 2020 final.
Officers were called to Pier Gardens in Gorleston to reports of a fight outside a nightclub which was blocking the road.
Some of the group were attacking a police vehicle, and one man was subsequently involved in a collision with a slow-moving police vehicle.
An air ambulance was called as a precaution as the man reported he was suffering from neck pain. He was taken to hospital with bruising to his body.
Officers encouraged the crowd to disperse and no arrests were made.
In King's Lynn, a man in his 20s was arrested in Nursery Lane on suspicion of criminal damage and affray.
Another man, also in his 20s, was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and assault in Prince of Wales Road.
And finally, a man in his 20s was arrested in Regent Road in Great Yarmouth on suspicion of being in possession of a firearm in public.
Police say there were some minor disturbances elsewhere in the county.
Chief Supt David Buckley said: "In the main, the mood was generally good natured, although it took a sombre tone, understandably, after England lost on penalties.
"There were some pockets of minor public disorder in the hour or so following the final whistle as people attempted to make their way home.
"I want to thank all those thousands of people who watched the game at home or in a pub or with friends and family, had a drink but acted responsibly and were considerate of others. We didn't get the result in the match that we wanted but it's important to acknowledge the very many people who approached the tournament in the right way given the restrictions we've all been living under for so many months, and really got behind our young national team.
"Credit must also go to Norfolk's licensed venues which, for the most part, worked hard to stick to the health regulations and give their customers the experience they so desperately wanted. Thanks to everyone."