17 arrested as Middlesbrough win Derby
Cleveland Police say seventeen people are in custody
Last updated 13th Feb 2022
Seventeen people have been arrested following disorder at yesterday's Middlesborough game against Derby County.
The Boro beat Derby 4-1 at the Riverside Stadium.
Cleveland Police say there was trouble both at the ground and across the town centre before, during and after the match.
Officers arrested people on suspicion of various offences including public order offences, being drunk and disorderly, possessing a firework/flare at a sporting event, affray, being found in possession of drugs, failing to comply with a dispersal order and for assaulting emergency workers.
Police say they're reviewing video footage and will take action against anyone involved.
The Match Commander has praised the majority of genuine supporters. Suerintendent Dave Sutherland said: “Officers were on hand to engage with fans from both clubs at locations across the town and to provide reassurance to licensed premises - as well as to take robust action where it was needed.
“The vast majority of fans from both clubs were simply there to have an enjoyable afternoon watching their team but sadly there was a small minority of people intent on taking part in disorder or criminality.
“Our officers worked tirelessly to tackle this where it did occur, and their dedication and professionalism was second to none.
“I’d also like to thank licensees, both football clubs, St John Ambulance, BTP and our colleagues at Derbyshire and Northumbria Police for their input and support with the policing operation."
Three officers also provided CPR to a man who suffered a medical episode. He remains in hospital receiving treatment.
Saturday's match came a day after former Derby County owner Mel Morris and Middlesbrough chairman Steve Gibson reached an agreement over a legal dispute between the two Championship sides.
Derby are facing the prospect of going out of business due to their financial problems.
But their administrator Carl Jackson says the settlement will allow them to "push forward" with plans to sell the club.