A homicide investigation has been initiated into the death of a devoted Arsenal fan who reportedly got into a confrontation during the team’s Premier League victory festivities.
The victim, a 34-year-old man known as Denis, was allegedly assaulted by an individual identified as a Manchester United supporter, shortly after Arsenal clinched their first Premier League title in 22 years on May 24. The incident is said to have occurred amidst the celebrations in Kampala, Uganda, where Denis was watching the match on television.
Ugandan authorities have launched a search for the perpetrator following the incident that occurred in Kampala on the same day Arsenal secured their long-awaited Premier League triumph with a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace.
Arsenal fans worldwide have celebrated the team’s first Premier League victory since the 2003/04 season when the club remained undefeated throughout the league campaign.
Kampala police spokeswoman Rachel Kawala stated, “Initial investigations suggest that on the aforementioned date and time, Denis, believed to be a supporter of #ArsenalFC, had a disagreement with the suspect, reportedly a fan of #ManchesterUnited FC.”
“It is alleged that the argument turned physical, leading to the suspect striking Denis on the head, causing him to collapse and die instantly. Efforts are underway to apprehend the suspect.”
The Premier League has garnered significant popularity in Uganda, where large crowds frequently gather at local venues to watch matches on large screens.
During the Arsenal Champions Parade, six individuals were stabbed, and a police officer was attacked with a knife. The Metropolitan Police reported 24 arrests after deploying 500 officers to control the unfolding chaos.
Ten individuals were arrested for assaulting police, and three were apprehended on suspicion of sexual assault as violence and gang-related incidents marred the celebrations. The disorder unfolded as hundreds of thousands of Arsenal supporters congregated across north London to commemorate the club’s Premier League victory after 22 years.
Authorities in the capital confirmed that five of the stabbing incidents did not result in serious injuries, except for one case where a man sustained life-threatening injuries, and a suspect is being pursued.
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