Hunt for mob after Raith Rovers supporter attacked following Dunfermline Athletic game
Police Scotland is investigating after an 17-year-old man was taken to hospital. Both Raith Rovers and Dunfermline Athletic have vowed to find those responsible, and those caught have been warned they will be banned from KDM Group East End Park.
Wednesday 3 January 2024 15:20, UK
An arrest has been made amid an investigation into the gang assault of a Raith Rovers supporter following the club's away match with Dunfermline Athletic on Tuesday afternoon.
Both Fife teams have vowed to identify the offenders, with those caught warned they will be banned from Dunfermline's ground.
The incident took place after the Scottish Championship match at KDM Group East End Park following Raith Rovers' 2-1 win over their rivals.
A video circulating online appears to show a young man being violently kicked by a number of other men while lying on the ground.
Police Scotland earlier confirmed on Wednesday it was carrying out enquiries following the assault of an 17-year-old man at around 5.30pm.
The force said the teenager was taken to Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy for treatment.
In an update later, Inspector Neil McGurk announced that a 17-year-old male suspect had been arrested in connection with the assault.
He added: "Enquiries are ongoing to trace others involved."
League leaders Raith Rovers posted a statement on X, saying the football club was aware of an incident involving one of its fans being assaulted.
The club said: "We have contacted the supporter to check on their wellbeing and to see how we can provide support in any way possible."
Raith Rovers confirmed the incident had been reported to police and the club would work with Dunfermline to identify the culprits involved in the attack.
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Dunfermline Athletic said it was aware of the video circulating online.
A club statement said: "The club condemns all forms of violence in the strongest possible way and we will support the authorities in identifying any individuals involved.
"We will work with Raith Rovers to ensure that the supporter involved receives the support they need.
"Any supporter found to have taken part in this horrible act will be banned from KDM Group East End Park."
Police Scotland continues to urge anyone who witnessed the attack to come forward.
Inspector McGurk added: "This type of behaviour is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. We will work with both football clubs to identify those responsible".