Millwall fan banned for tragedy chanting during Leeds United match
Frankie Harris was spotted making the tragedy chants as well as making stabbing motions towards opposing fans at Elland Road
A Millwall football fan has been banned from attending games for three years, for offensive chanting and hand gestures during a Leeds United match last month.
Frankie Harris was spotted making the tragedy chants as well as making stabbing motions towards opposing fans at Elland Road on February 8.
The actions were apparently in reference to the deaths of Chris Loftus and Kevin Speight in Istanbul in 2000.
19 year old Harris, of East Hill, South Dareth, Kent, admitted threatening or disorderly conduct at Leeds Magistrates Court last week.
He also admitted criminal damage for smearing excrement on the walls of a police cell on the day of the match.
Harris was handed a football banning order barring him from stadiums for three years, along with around £500 in fines and compensation.
Speaking after the sentencing, West Yorkshire Police Supt Gareth Crossley said:
“These kind of chants, comments or gestures directed at rival fans can be both highly offensive and distressing to hear.”
“There’s no place whatsoever for them in football, and people who attend matches need to be aware that police and football clubs will take these incidents seriously and will take action.”
“We will be continuing to work closely with Leeds United and visiting clubs to investigate any offences and respond appropriately.”