Two police assaulted by "marauding youths" in violence after Doncaster-Barnsley match
Two police officers were assaulted as violence flared in Doncaster city centre as a gang of “marauding youths” went on the rampage following a South Yorkshire football derby between Doncaster Rovers and Barnsley.
There were numerous reports of trouble following Saturday’s League One game at Rovers’ Eco Power Stadium which saw Barnsley chalk-up a 2-1 win.
In a statement, a spokesperson for Doncaster Rovers, said: “The club has been informed by South Yorkshire Police of a number of incidents which took place in Doncaster city centre following the fixture between Rovers and Barnsley on November 8.
“According to police reports, a group of individuals described as ‘marauding youths’ were involved in disorderly behaviour and appeared intent on causing public order issues.
"The situation escalated to the extent that police assistance was required, with two officers then assaulted.
“It is understood that 30 individuals were involved in these incidents and the club is now working closely with South Yorkshire Police to identify those responsible.
“Any individual involved who is found to have links with Doncaster Rovers will receive an immediate club ban, effective until the conclusion of the police investigation at least.
“Club Doncaster consider this type of behaviour completely unacceptable and not representative of the values expected of our supporters.”
Anyone with any information relating to these incidents is urged to contact the club’s safety team by calling 01302 762576 or emailing [email protected].
We have also asked South Yorkshire Police for further details about Saturday’s disorder.
Barnsley FC have not commented on the incident.