LEICESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 19: A detailed view of the Leicester City crest on the corner flag prior to the Premier League match between Leicester City and Chelsea at The King Power Stadium on January 19, 2021 in Leicester, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Tim Keeton - Pool/Getty Images)
In the wake of the event, Leicestershire Police have also launched a criminal inquiry.
Following an alleged racist incident at Leicester City on Saturday, which is being looked into by Leicestershire Police, Middlesbrough has suspended two people.
Following Middlesbrough’s match at the King Power Stadium, a video appeared on social media purporting to depict a person from the opposing end of the stadium making a racist gesture at the home crowd. Both the team and other supporters denounced the person’s actions, and Boro launched an investigation.
In an update on that, Boro stated on Wednesday: “The club has suspended two persons in relation to an incident that happened at Leicester City over the weekend. In response to the reports, Leicestershire Police launched a criminal investigation.
“Our club will keep collaborating with Kick It Out, the governing bodies of football, Cleveland Police, Leicester City, and Leicestershire Police.” Racism and all other forms of discriminatory behavior are unacceptable to us, and we will take the utmost action to combat them. As an inclusive football team, everyone is welcome and should feel safe.”
Boro won the match 2-1 in what was a big result for Michael Carrick’s side against the league leaders, though celebrations have been somewhat marred by this incident. Leicestershire Police had previously confirmed they were working with the club and Cleveland Police to criminally investigate.
