Man arrested in connection with racist abuse directed at Leeds United players after Sunderland match
A Bishop Auckland man's been arrested - in connection with racist abuse aimed at 2 Leeds United players
A Bishop Auckland man's been arrested - in connection with racist abuse aimed at 2 Leeds United players.
The incident is reported to have happened after the Leeds 2-1 victory over Sunderland at Elland Road, in the Championship game on Monday 17th February, 2025.
Police say Ethan Ampadu and Largie Ramazani were subjected to racial abuse from an individual in the away section as they left the pitch.
Both players have been supported by the club and West Yorkshire Police individually following the incident.
West Yorkshire Police have today confirmed a 66-year-old male, from Bishop Auckland, Durham, was arrested on suspicion of causing racially aggravated harassment, alarm or distress and has now been summoned by postal requisition to appear at Leeds Magistrates Court on Friday 17 October.
A statement from the club says;
"Leeds United Football Club, Ethan Ampadu and Largie Ramazani would all like to thank West Yorkshire Police for their support in this matter.
"There is no room for racism in football or society.
"The club will be making no further comment."