Police appeal after ‘firework thrown on to football pitch’ in Derbyshire

Police have released images of three men they would like to speak to after a firework was allegedly thrown on to a football pitch in Derbyshire.
Michael Broomhead
By Michael Broomhead
Published 4th Feb 2022, 15:21 BST
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It happened at the Ilkeston Town FC match against Halesowen Town on January 29.

PC Adam Collins, of Derbyshire Constabulary’s football policing unit, said: “Fortunately no one was hurt but the pitch has been damaged, and it will be costly to replace.

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“This type of behaviour isn’t acceptable, and we are committed to finding the person responsible.

Derbyshire police want to speak to these men after a firework was allegedly thrown on to a football pitch.Derbyshire police want to speak to these men after a firework was allegedly thrown on to a football pitch.
Derbyshire police want to speak to these men after a firework was allegedly thrown on to a football pitch.

“I would encourage anyone with information which could help our enquiries to get in touch.”

If you recognise any of the men in the picture or may have information which could help, contact police on the non-emergency details below, quoting reference 22*62668.

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

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Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the contact form at www.derbyshire.police.uk/ContactUs

Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.