GTFC fan suffers head injury following Chesterfield game
A Grimsby Town fan has reportedly suffered a head injury from attending the fixture on Saturday.
According to reports, six people were arrested for separate incidents on the ground.
It is understood officers from Derbyshire Constabulary have launched an appeal for information.
They are looking to speak to a man about a serious assault.
A man in his 30s suffered a serious head injury following an assault on the grounds.
A spokesperson for Derbyshire Constabulary said:
” A serious assault occurred during the game, at around 4 pm at the Donkey Derby near to the ground. A Grimsby fan in his 30s suffered a serious head injury during the disturbance which involved several fans from both clubs”.
” The man pictured was in the Donkey Derby before the incident and investigating officers want to speak to him”.
” Anyone who recognises the man is asked to contact Derbyshire Police- with reference 22*187483″.
According to reports, around 5 Grimsby supporters were arrested, with more arrests expected.
PC Adam Collins, a dedicated Chesterfield FC officer said ” We will be reviewing CCTV, including high-resolution drone footage, to identify those involved”.
We also worked closely with colleagues from Humberside Police– and will continue to do so to identify travelling fans involved in any criminality.”.
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