Wolves cleared in freak firework probe

Wolves have been exonerated of any blame following the firework accident which injured a supporter before kick-off at last season’s Premiership game with Newcastle.

Prior to the 1-1 Molineux draw with the Magpies on November 29, a firework which had been ignited as part of a pre-match display strayed off course before hitting and injuring Wolves fan Denise Butler who was in the Billy Wright Stand.

Wolverhampton City Council’s licensing and environmental protection panel have now cleared Wolves of any wrongdoing following the incident.

“The report clears Wolverhampton Wanderers FC of any blame whatsoever,” chief executive Jez Moxey told the club’s official website.

“We deeply regret what happened that afternoon and as a consequence the club has changed its policy so fireworks are no longer used at the stadium.”