Two West Ham United fans were arrested on suspicion of making homophobic gestures during Saturday’s 3-3 Premier League draw with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Olympic Stadium, the Metropolitan Police have said.<\/p>\n
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The two men have been released under investigation along with a third West Ham fan arrested on suspicion of common assault in a separate incident during the match.<\/p>\n
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“Police made three arrests at the West Ham United v Brighton football match at the Olympic Stadium on Saturday, Feb 1,” a Metropolitan Police spokesperson said in a statement.<\/p>\n
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“Two male West Ham fans were arrested on suspicion of making homophobic gestures. One male (also a West Ham fan) was arrested on suspicion of common assault.<\/p>\n
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“They were taken to east London police stations where they were subsequently released under investigation. Enquiries continue.”<\/p>\n
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West Ham said the fans would be banned for life if found guilty of discriminatory behaviour.<\/p>\n
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“West Ham United is disgusted to hear of alleged homophobic incidents at the game against Brighton & Hove Albion,” the club said.<\/p>\n
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“The matter is now with the police but anyone found guilty of acting in a discriminatory manner will be banned for life from London Stadium and from travelling with the club.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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