A teenage boy has been questioned
after police launched an investigation of alleged incident of racist abuse during a Blackburn Rovers FA Cup game.
Lancashire Police have today confirmed a 15-year-old boy has been was interviewed under caution. The teen from Blackburn was questioned on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence yesterday . At the time, Rovers chief executive Steve Waggott vowed the club will take the 'strongest possible' sanctions against those responsible. He said: “Blackburn Rovers condemns all forms of discrimination and we will seek the strongest possible sanctions in order to tackle anti-social and/or criminal behaviour.
“We must also remind supporters that encroachment onto the pitch is a criminal offence, as well as a breach of ground regulations. Individuals identified will be issued with stadium bans and police action may also be taken.”
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