Police in Euro 2016 domestic abuse warning

Football fans in Yorkshire have been warned that inflamed passions and excess alcohol will be no excuse for domestic abuse ahead of the Euro 2016 tournament which starts later this month.
By The Newsroom
Published 1st Jun 2016, 08:59 BST
Updated 1st Jun 2016, 10:03 BST
Football fans in Yorkshire have been warned that inflamed passions and excess alcohol will be no excuse for domestic abuse ahead of the Euro 2016 tournament which starts later this monthFootball fans in Yorkshire have been warned that inflamed passions and excess alcohol will be no excuse for domestic abuse ahead of the Euro 2016 tournament which starts later this month
Football fans in Yorkshire have been warned that inflamed passions and excess alcohol will be no excuse for domestic abuse ahead of the Euro 2016 tournament which starts later this month

Police usually see a high volume of calls relating to domestic abuse incidents during major tournaments, with West Yorkshire Police saying they had around 110 calls a game during the last World Cup. Two forces in Yorkshire have issued public warnings on the subject and say victims of domestic abuse should not hesitate to call them.

Officers have been sending red cards to people wanted on warrant by West Yorkshire Police for domestic abuse offences and directing them to hand themselves in or they will be arrested when police see fit.

Hide Ad
Hide Ad

Detective Superintendent Darren Minton of West Yorkshire Police, said: “Our message is very clear; whatever the result is on match day, there’s no excuse for domestic abuse, if you lose it during the football, you could lose everything - including your family and your job.

“We will always put the needs of the victim and any children first – help is available for victims or people who are worried that their partner may become violent.”