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12/12/2008
Seven More Questioned Over Alleged Racist Chants
Police investigating racist and homophobic chants at a football match between Portsmouth FC and Tottenham Hotspur have questioned a further seven people.
Hampshire Police released images of 16 men believed to have shouted the abuse at Portsmouth star Sol Campbell.
The seven suspects were identified by police as a result, and they will be attending a police station in Hampshire to be questioned, after being recognised in CCTV footage.
Two people have been bailed after questioning.
A police spokesman said: "Officers have received a steady stream of information and names. However, they are keen to stress that they would like to hear from anyone who recognises the remaining seven people."
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)
Hampshire Police released images of 16 men believed to have shouted the abuse at Portsmouth star Sol Campbell.
The seven suspects were identified by police as a result, and they will be attending a police station in Hampshire to be questioned, after being recognised in CCTV footage.
Two people have been bailed after questioning.
A police spokesman said: "Officers have received a steady stream of information and names. However, they are keen to stress that they would like to hear from anyone who recognises the remaining seven people."
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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