Man United fan, 38, arrested after he 'assaulted' police officer in the stands during win over Brentford, knocking his hat off

LISTEN NOW: It's All Kicking Off!, available wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Monday and Thursday The 38-year-old was held on suspicion of assaulting an emergency worker A Manchester United supporter was arrested at Old Trafford on Saturday A Manchester United fan has been arrested after a police officer had his hat knocked off in the Stretford End. The 38-year-old, who was ejected from Old Trafford, was held on suspicion of assault of an emergency worker during Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Brentford. A Manchester United fan has been arrested after a police officer had his hat knocked off in the Stretford End on Saturday The 38-year-old, who was ejected from Old Trafford, was held on suspicion of assault of an emergency worker during Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Brentford Some off the pitch entertainment for everyone during the Brentford game#mufc #munbre pic.twitter.com/JdRBFjzCCK — StrettyEnd October 21, 2024 A hat was then gleefully thrown around the stand by various supporters before it was retrieved. A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: ‘During the Manchester United Premier League match against Brentford at Old Trafford on Saturday, a 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault of an emergency worker.