Three males, all aged 14-17, have now been banned by the club until June 2017 after the incident in a South Stand toilet block
Riverside Stadium
THREE teenagers have been banned from Boro games until June 2017 after a smoke bomb was let off inside the Riverside.
The club has completed an investigation after the incident in a South Stand toilet block during half-time of the Wigan Athletic game on January 28 - the first time a pyrotechnic had been discharged inside the stadium.
The three males, all aged 14-17, have now been banned by the club in line with a precedent set three years ago when a group of Boro fans were convicted for pyrotechnic use at Burton Albion. A breach could see the period extended, or even a lifetime ban.
Safety officer Chris Patzelt said the club is “committed to providing a safe environment for all supporters to watch football” and will act against “any person who threatens the safety and reputation of both our supporters and the club itself.”
He added: “We hope the bans handed out to those responsible will make others think twice.”
Meanwhile, with crowd of more than 20,000 expected, there are special arrangements for Saturday’s 12.15pm kick-off against Leeds, with fans urged to arrive early to avoid queues.
The Riverside ticket office and club shop will open at 9am, pre-ordered tickets available from 10am. The South Stand Boro Bar won’t open before the game.
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