Teenager arrested after Walsall fan, 71, attacked at Swindon Town’s County Ground | OneFootball

Teenager arrested after Walsall fan, 71, attacked at Swindon Town’s County Ground | OneFootball

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·8 April 2026

Teenager arrested after Walsall fan, 71, attacked at Swindon Town’s County Ground

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An 18-year-old man was arrested after a 71-year-old Walsall supporter was assaulted at Swindon Town’s County Ground on Monday 6 April.

Swindon Police said the incident happened just after 5pm, following Swindon’s 2-1 victory over Walsall.


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The 71-year-old required hospital treatment.

He has since been discharged.

The arrested teenager has been bailed pending further enquiries.

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