Remember when you’re mother told you, “If you don’t have something nice to say, don’t say anything at all?” It seems 16 people in England failed to get the message, after yelling racist and homophobic chants towards Portsmouth defender Sol Campbell in September. Too bad they didn’t keep their big mouths shut, because the popo have come a calling. They have reportedly taken a 28 year old man from Ringwood, Hampshire into custody and intend to find the other 15 foul mouthed football fans.
"Our inquiry is aimed at identifying and putting before the court those individuals who engaged in unacceptable behavior at this public event.
"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,” said Superintendent Neil Sherrington.
Under the Football Offenses Act 1991, any fan can be punished with a fine of up to 1,000 pounds and or be banned if they are caught yelling anything indecent or racist at a football match.
Judging from my many sporting event experiences, I don’t think the US has any such laws!
Watch out foul mouthed loses, because the popo are on your tail!
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