Police stated that officers are keeping the victim's family up to date with the progress of the investigation, while club representatives confirmed that offensive behavior is not tolerated and that they will liaise with relevant authorities to determine the appropriate course of action.
Bradley Lowery captured the hearts of the football world when he was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a rare form of childhood cancer, spending much of his short life battling the illness and enduring treatments no child should ever face.
The ongoing police inquiry follows an online video from a match involving a Coventry fan, which caused widespread upset and outrage in the community and prompted a thorough investigation by officers working closely alongside both football clubs.
Reflecting on the nature of the taunt, she stated,"I’m all for football banter, but surely mocking a child who died from cancer is not banter?"and added,"I hope the club takes appropriate action and the young lad’s family help him understand how hurtful his actions were.".
Sunderland fan Bradley captured the hearts of the football world when he was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a rare form of childhood cancer.
I’m all for football banter, but surely mocking a child who died from cancer is not banter?” Lowery added: “I hope the club takes appropriate action and the young lad’s family help him understand how hurtful his actions were.
“So much of Bradley’s short life was spent battling cancer and enduring treatments no child should ever face.
“A thorough investigation has been launched, and a 14-year-old boy has since handed himself in and will be spoken with in due course.