Police probe Flamengo fans’ role in death of Vasco supporter | OneFootball

A Vasco fan, identified as Rodrigo José da Silva Sant’anna, died this Thursday before the match against Botafogo, valid for the Copa do Brasil. during an altercation that reportedly occurred with fans of Flamengo.

He was shot in the head and was taken to the Campinho Emergency Care Unit (UPA), but did not survive.

Another fan was hit in the foot and received medical attention. He was wearing a Força Jovem supporters’ shirt, and the group commented on the case (see statement below).

Police Investigation

The Capital Homicide Police Station (DHC) was called and is investigating the death. According to the Civil Police, preliminary information indicates that “two people were hit during a fight between Flamengo and Vasco fans”.

Match Result

Vasco advanced to the semifinals of the Copa do Brasil by defeating Botafogo at Nilton Santos stadium. After a 1-1 draw in regular time, the São Januário team won 5-4 on penalties.

Official Statement

On social media, the Força Jovem supporters’ group addressed the case:

“Força Jovem do Vasco publicly expresses its deep sorrow over the death of a Vasco fan, which occurred on the night of September 11, before the classic between Botafogo and Vasco at Nilton Santos Stadium, during the Copa do Brasil.

We vehemently repudiate any form of violence, especially when committed with the use of firearms.

Various videos are circulating on social media exposing the cowardice and brutality of this crime, committed by members of a supposed supporters’ group that was not even involved in the match in question. We hope that the competent authorities will investigate thoroughly and that those responsible will be identified and punished exemplarily.

We reiterate that Força Jovem do Vasco is available to cooperate in whatever is necessary, whether in supporting the authorities in maintaining public order or in the pursuit of truth and justice.

Our supporters’ group is in mourning for yet another life cowardly taken. We express our solidarity with the victim’s family and friends, wishing them strength and comfort in this moment of immense pain.”

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