Family claim son attacked over Rangers shirt

A deaf 11-year-old boy was nearly killed after being beaten up by a gang in west Belfast because he was wearing a Glasgow Rangers football shirt, his family claimed tonight.

A deaf 11-year-old boy was nearly killed after being beaten up by a gang in west Belfast because he was wearing a Glasgow Rangers football shirt, his family claimed tonight.

Terrified Adam Reid, who uses sign language to communicate, ran on to a busy motorway after teenage thugs ripped his shirt off and set it on fire.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Save €40 on an Annual Subscription.​

Continue reading within unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber benefits.

Cancel anytime

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Get a lunch briefing straight to your inbox at noon daily. Also be the first to know with our occasional Breaking News emails.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited