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Police officers investigating disorder at Gillingham FC match against Millwall release images of nine supporters they want to speak to

Officers are still looking for one fan after releasing images of nine men following disorder at a Gills match.

A number of supporters ran onto the pitch when the team scored against Millwall on the final day of the League One season despite announcements being made over the tannoy system during the game reminding spectators not to do so.

Eight of those featured have now been identified but police are still searching for the man pictured below.

Officers want to speak to this man. Picture: Kent Police
Officers want to speak to this man. Picture: Kent Police

Eight fans were arrested on the day of the match (Sunday, May 8) for offences including assault on a police officer and entering the field of play at Priestfield Stadium.

Inspector Chris Dovey said: "It is a criminal offence to enter the field of play during a designated football match, under Section 4 of the Football (Offences) Act 1991.

"The law is there to prevent disorder during games and to help ensure the safety of everyone in attendance, and we have a statutory duty to investigate when such incidents are reported to us."

A man from Thamesmead was charged with two counts of assaulting a police officer. A 46-year-old man from Gillingham was arrested on suspicion of being drunk and disorderly and was issued with a penalty notice for disorder.

Stewards on duty at Priestfield for the Gillingham versus Millwall match Picture: Steve Crispe
Stewards on duty at Priestfield for the Gillingham versus Millwall match Picture: Steve Crispe

A further five were arrested after the match and charged with offences including disorderly behaviour, assault and possession of a controlled drug.

A man from Gillingham, aged 30, was arrested in Victoria Street for damage to a pub window. He has agreed to pay for the damage.

If you recognise the man in the image call the appeal line on 01634 792209 quoting reference 0508-0316 or Crimestoppers anonymously on0800 555111.

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