Shocking video captures Sheffield Wednesday fan attacked by group after away game in Coventry
Video footage captures Sheffield Wednesday fan attacked by group after away game
A Sheffield Wednesday fan was assaulted by a group of men after the Owls played Coventry away last weekend.
Shocking footage shared on the social media site X (formerly Twitter) shows around a dozen men kicking the Sheffield Wednesday fan on a bridge in Coventry.
West Midlands Police has confirmed that the force is investigating the incident.
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The force confirmed that the incident took place near Sydnall Road on Saturday, April 11.
The Owls faced Coventry City over the weekend, which resulted in a 0 - 0 draw.
A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: “We are investigating after a man was assaulted following an altercation with a group of people near Sydnall Road, Coventry, on Saturday (April 11).
“We are aware of a video circulating social media and understand the concern it has caused, and are reviewing it as part of the investigation.
“Anyone with information is asked to get in touch with us via Live Chat on our website or by calling 101 quoting crime reference number 20/209841/26.”