Police release images following disorder at Chester FC match

Officers investigating disorder at the Chester vs Brackley Town football match in May have issued CCTV images of people they would like to speak to.

Following the conclusion of the Chester FC versus Brackley Town football match on Sunday 7 May 2023, a large number of Chester supporters entered the pitch, attempting to gain access to the away supporters stand.

During the incident a number of missiles were thrown towards the Brackley Town fans and onto the pitch.

As part of their enquiries into the incident, officers have now issued CCTV images of 13 people that they would like to speak to in relation to these offences.

Police Constable James Wright from Chester Proactive Team, said:

“This pitch invasion was unprovoked and serious disorder ensued. Cheshire Constabulary along with Chester Football Club are committed to doing all we can to identify the people responsible.

“I would urge anyone with any information in relation to the incident to get in touch.

“I would also like to appeal directly to the men in the images to come forward and speak to me directly.

“Anyone with any information should contact Cheshire Police on 101, or visit: 

www.cheshire.police.uk/tell-us

...quoting IML 1539302.”

Information can also be reported anonymously, via Crimestoppers, on:

0800 555 111

Pictured - A video carousel of individuals officers are wishing to speak to.