A 21-year-old football player, Calum Merrin, is banned from all football for five years after seriously injuring a fan during an away match in Devon, according to reports. The victim is described as needing major surgery following the incident.
Different outlets detail the harm suffered by the supporter. The Mirror says the fan’s injuries are severe and require major surgery. The Daily Record (Scotland) adds that the supporter has metal screws fitted, describing the injuries as grievous bodily harm. Both accounts agree that Merrin and another male are linked to the violence and that the ban is for a fixed five-year period.
