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12:55 14/07/2021
A man arrested after social media posts were directed towards England football team players following the Euro 2020 final has been released under investigation.
The suspect, aged 37, from Ashton-Upon-Mersey, self-presented at Cheadle Heath police station this morning (14 July 21). He was subsequently arrested on suspicion of an offence under Section 1 of the Malicious Communications Act and later released under investigation.
A post was made on the evening of 11 July, following the Italy v England Euro 2020 final at Wembley.
Police would like to hear from anyone with information on 0161 856 4973, quoting incident number 109 of 12/7/2021. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Anyone who has been a victim, or witness of hate crime, report it at your earliest opportunity via 101, LiveChat or online at www.gmp.police.uk. Alternatively you can visit www.letsendhatecrime.com.