Suspect named after alleged tragedy chanting outside Anfield

Olivia Williams

16 April 2024 at 3:53 am·1-min read

A man was detained outside Anfield Stadium -Credit:Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images

A suspect has been named after a report of tragedy chanting outside Anfield.

Police received a call at around 12.25pm on Sunday, April 14 that a man reportedly made comments mocking the Hillsborough tragedy outside the main stand of Anfield Stadium. The man was detained and later arrested by officers.

The tragedy chanting reportedly happened during the match between Liverpool and Crystal Palace. Stuart Rutter, aged 40, of Blue Cedar Drive, Streetly, appeared at South Sefton Magistrates Court on Sunday, April 14, where he was charged with a public order offence.

He has been bailed and will appear at court on Thursday, May 16. For the latest news and breaking news visit liverpoolecho.co.uk/news

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