George Baldock: Sheffield Wednesday investigate 'abhorrent' incident where fan 'mocked' former Sheffield United player's death
The incident took place during Sunday's derby against Sheffield United.
Monday 11 November 2024 12:51, UK
Sheffield Wednesday have reported an incident to police after a fan appeared to mock the death of former Sheffield United player George Baldock during Sunday's match against their city rivals.
Baldock, who played for Sheffield United for seven years, died aged 31 after drowning in his swimming pool in Athens, Greece, in October.
During Sunday's Sheffield derby between Wednesday and United at Bramall Lane, social media photos appeared to show a Wednesday fan display a message on his phone that said "Where's Baldock?"
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In a statement, Sheffield Wednesday said it was aware of the images and condemned the "abhorrent act".
"We are working together with South Yorkshire Police on an immediate investigation and make it absolutely clear that there is no place in football or society for such appalling behaviour," the club added.
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South Yorkshire Police also told Sky News: "We are working with Sheffield Wednesday FC to investigate an image circulated online, during the Sheffield derby football fixture on Sunday 10 November."
Baldock made 205 appearances for United, and last played for the club when they were in the Premier League last season.