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Police Praise for Fans - Ipswich Town News

Police have praised fans for showing a “good spirit” at today’s East Anglian derby at Carrow Road. Only four arrests were made before and during the game, while 14 Town supporters were given direction to leave notices by British Transport Police at Norwich railway station before the game.

Matchday policing commander Chief Superintendent Nick Davison said: "Overall there was good spirit between both sets of fans resulting in minimal disorder.

"The policing operation was firm in places and these tactics were used to ensure supporters enjoyed the game and journeys to and from the stadium in a safe environment.

"Fourteen away fans were given direction to leave notices at Norwich train station as a result of their behaviour; enough to cause concern to officers who took this reactive measure in a bid to prevent disorder.

"These supporters had been spoken to by police during their journey from Ipswich and were fully aware of the standards of behaviour expected but sadly their conduct fell short of this resulting in police taking action.

"Additional road closures were put in place to ensure the safety of those attending before and after the match and I would like to thank motorists for their co-operation during this time.”

Two of the arrests were for breaching direction to leave notices, one man was detained for causing criminal damage at the ground, while the fourth person was arrested for being drunk and disorderly.

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