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10/12/2008
Police Investigate Racist Chanting At Football Match
Police investigating racist and homophobic chants at a football match have today released pictures of 16 suspects.
The investigation follows abuse aimed at Portsmouth's Sol Campbell during a game against Tottenham Hotspurs at Fratton Park on 28 September.
The released images show 16 people caught on camera by an officer at Portsmouth's ground.
Superintendent Neil Sherrington said: "As part of our investigation into indecent chanting at Fratton Park, we have identified 16 people we would like to speak to.
"Our inquiry is aimed at identifying and putting before the court those individuals who engaged in unacceptable behaviour at this public event."
He added: "Their abuse caused distress to some supporters and was targeted at an individual. We want to send a clear message that abuse of this kind will not be tolerated and that we are taking robust action.
"I'd urge anyone who recognises these people to contact us as soon as possible."
Campbell, who left Spurs on a free transfer to north London rivals Arsenal, in 2001, before joining in Portsmouth in 2006 received prolonged abuse during the game.
The offence of indecent or racist chanting at a designated football match under the Football Offences Act 1991 can be punishable by a fine of up to £1,000. It can also lead to a football banning order.
(JM)
The investigation follows abuse aimed at Portsmouth's Sol Campbell during a game against Tottenham Hotspurs at Fratton Park on 28 September.
The released images show 16 people caught on camera by an officer at Portsmouth's ground.
Superintendent Neil Sherrington said: "As part of our investigation into indecent chanting at Fratton Park, we have identified 16 people we would like to speak to.
"Our inquiry is aimed at identifying and putting before the court those individuals who engaged in unacceptable behaviour at this public event."
He added: "Their abuse caused distress to some supporters and was targeted at an individual. We want to send a clear message that abuse of this kind will not be tolerated and that we are taking robust action.
"I'd urge anyone who recognises these people to contact us as soon as possible."
Campbell, who left Spurs on a free transfer to north London rivals Arsenal, in 2001, before joining in Portsmouth in 2006 received prolonged abuse during the game.
The offence of indecent or racist chanting at a designated football match under the Football Offences Act 1991 can be punishable by a fine of up to £1,000. It can also lead to a football banning order.
(JM)
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