Men arrested over abuse of Millers boss Evans

THREE men were arrested for alleged racist chanting at Millers manager Steve Evans during Saturday’s (5) win over Gillingham.
By Gareth Dennison
Published 10th Apr 2014, 09:57 BST
Updated 11th Jan 2017, 09:57 BST

The trio — aged 24, 27 and 57 — were held by Kent Police on suspicion of racially aggravated public order offences.

Scot Evans spoke to officers after the dramatic 4-3 League One victory at Priestfield Stadium.

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A police spokesman said: “We are investigating an allegation that some Gillingham fans were chanting racist abuse at Rotherham manager Steve Evans during the match.

“Three men aged were arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence and have been released on bail until May 7 while officers make further inquiries.”