Rome's police chief defends tactics

Rome‘s Prefect of Police Achille Serra has claimed his men had no choice but to quell trouble between Roma and Manchester United supporters on Wednesday and claimed the officers on duty had come under threat from English supporters.

Rome's police chief defends tactics

Rome‘s Prefect of Police Achille Serra has claimed his men had no choice but to quell trouble between Roma and Manchester United supporters on Wednesday and claimed the officers on duty had come under threat from English supporters.

Serra was speaking at a press conference in Rome in which he showed video images to back up his version of events in which he claimed United fans provoked the trouble.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

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

© Examiner Echo Group Limited