Shropshire man banned from attending any football match for three years
It followed a disorder at a Shrewsbury Town FC match
A Shropshire man has been banned from attending any football match for three years following a disorder at a Shrewsbury Town FC match.
Jack Gee, of Pensfold, Bicton Heath in Shrewsbury pleaded guilty to a public order offence at Telford Magistrates Court yesterday (Tuesday 7 May).
As well as receiving a football banning order, the 18-year-old was also handed a 12-month community order to carry out 60 hours of unpaid work, and a fine of £229 for the disorder that occurred on Saturday 21 October, 2023 at a match between Shrewsbury Town FC and Derby County.
The order means Gee will be banned from all football matches for a period of three years, and he will not be allowed to enter certain areas of Shrewsbury when Shrewsbury Town FC play at home before and after matches. The order also brings restrictions for when the team play away.
Gee will also have to surrender his passport to police when England play matches outside of the country, which will be in place for the Euro 2024 Championships in Germany. He will also be placed on the Shrewsbury Pubwatch ban list for the duration of his order.
Sargeant Neil Ward, from Shrewsbury’s Safer Neighbourhood Team, said: “West Mercia Police work closely with Shrewsbury Town FC to ensure all supporters can attend matches safely.
“We hope that the order given to Gee sends a clear message to anyone looking to cause disorder at football matches.
“As we start planning for next season, we will continue to work closely with the club, supporters, and the wider community to ensure that matches are safe and enjoyable for all.”
By joining your local pub watch scheme you will receive tailored police alerts via Home Page - Neighbourhood Matters and face-to-face support and advice from your local SNT. You can find out more information on the scheme and how to join here: Pubwatch | West Mercia Police.