Man charged with assault over violence following Sheffield United away game

A man has been charged with common assault after violence flared in the aftermath of Sheffield United’s away game v Swansea City last month.
By Rahmah Ghazali
Published 16th Sep 2021, 06:49 BST
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In the incident that took place on August 14 outside Swansea’s stadium after a goalless draw, yobs could be seen hurling metal barriers towards a coach waiting outside the ground, in video footage of the ugly scenes that went viral.

A police officer was injured and a man was arrested on suspicion of assaulting a steward.

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Mervyn John Griffiths, 40, from Haverfordwest in Pembrokeshire is due to appear at Swansea Magistrates’ Court on October 13.

Disorder after the Swansea City vs Sheffield United match on Saturday night (pic via Twitter/@joshccfc)Disorder after the Swansea City vs Sheffield United match on Saturday night (pic via Twitter/@joshccfc)
Disorder after the Swansea City vs Sheffield United match on Saturday night (pic via Twitter/@joshccfc)

Both Sheffield fans and Swansea City condemned a small contingent of supporters from both sides who squared off against each other after the Championship match.

At the time, Swansea City said: “As a club we have worked tirelessly over many years to ensure a safe and enjoyable matchday experience for both home and away supporters.”

CRIME: Police officer injured as fans clash in 'unacceptable' scenes after Swansea City vs Sheffield United draw