Police on alert for disorder at Halesowen Town FA Trophy match
Summarised from 2 outlets · 4 reports · Updated 14 Nov, 18:43 · Archive
Police have deployed extra patrols and stop-and-search powers in Halesowen ahead of an FA Trophy match between Halesowen Town and Redditch United on Saturday.
West Midlands Police will increase patrols in Halesowen on Saturday during an FA Trophy match between Halesowen Town and Redditch United. The match kicks off at 3pm at The Grove. The force said it is aware of concerns about groups gathering to create disorder and act antisocially, and that groups of youths may want to use the match as a pretext to engage in violence and disorder.
A Section 60 order has been put in place from 10am to 10pm, allowing officers to stop and search people without needing reasonable grounds to suspect them of carrying weapons or prohibited items. The order covers a wide area including the town centre, the stadium and surrounding areas extending northwards to Cradley, Cradley Heath and Old Hill.
Chief Inspector Adam Henderson said officers would not tolerate crime or disorder, and that the increased police presence was for reassurance. He urged everyone to be respectful and enjoy the day as a positive experience. West Midlands Police said it had been working with both clubs and asked people to report any concerns to officers on patrol, by calling 101, or 999 in an emergency.
How it is being reported
- Police given extra stop and search powers in Halesowen amid fears of football disorderUnder Section 60, officers can stop and search people without needing reasonable grounds to suspect they are carrying weapons or other prohibited itemsExpress & Star · 14 Nov, 12:53
- Police on alert over 'football disorder' in Halesowen amid FA Trophy clashSpecial stop-and-search powers have been brought in place across Halesowen on SaturdayBirminghamLive · 14 Nov, 11:55
- Extra patrols in Halesowen this weekend as police 'aware of concerns of groups gathering'There will be extra police presence in the town as Halesowen Town gets set to welcome Redditch United ahead of their FA Trophy matchBirminghamLive · 13 Nov, 20:31
- Extra police patrols in Halesowen ahead of FA Cup matchOfficers will be on hand throughout the day on patrol in the town and surrounding areas.Express & Star · 13 Nov, 17:09
In this story: Halesowen Town · Redditch United · West Midlands Police · Halesowen · Adam Henderson
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