March 06, (THEWILL) – Liverpool have launched an investigation into the pitch invader incident during their match against Manchester United on Sunday.
The fan ran onto the pitch after Liverpool’s seventh goal in the historic 7-0 win over United. As he made his way towards the players, he collided with Andrew Robertson after slipping. In response to the incident, the club has suspended the fan’s account and intends to ban him from attending future games.
A club statement read: “There is no excuse for this unacceptable and dangerous behaviour. The safety and security of players, colleagues and supporters are paramount. The club will now follow its formal sanctions process and has suspended the alleged offender’s account until the process is complete.
“If found guilty of the offence of entering the pitch without permission, the offender could face a criminal record and a lifetime ban from Anfield and all Premier League stadiums. These acts are dangerous, illegal and have severe consequences.”
The Merseyside Police have also arrested a 16-year-old boy in connection with the incident. He is suspected of encroaching onto a football pitch and is scheduled to voluntarily report to a police station in Merseyside. The police are currently working with Liverpool Football Club in relation to the incident.
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