A Leeds United fan has been banned from going to football matches for three years after attacking another man and resisting arrest at a Brighton and Hove Albion game.
Jamie Gagg, 20, a refuse worker, of Drill Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire, attacked Oliver Heaton at the American Express Community Stadium at Falmer on Tuesday 24 February, when Albion beat Leeds 2-0.
When PC Alex Rush stepped in, Gagg resisted arrest.
At Brighton Magistrates’ Court he pleaded guilty to assault by beating and obstructing or resisting a constable in the execution of his duty.
Gagg was fined £85 for assault and £170 for resisting arrest. He was ordered to pay £150 compensation to Mr Heaton, a victim surcharge of £20 and prosecution costs of £85, making £510 in total. And he was given a three-year football order.
Sussex Police football liaison officer PC Darren Balkham said: “Thankfully, incidents of this nature are few and far between at the Albion.
“We work closely with the club, their security team and visiting clubs and supporters’ organisations to ensure that a visit to football at the Amex is a pleasurable and safe experience for everyone.
“Gagg stepped out of line and has been rightfully punished. As a result of his actions, he won’t be enjoying football matches for the next three years.”
