Northumbria Police identify man in CCTV appeal after alleged racist incident during Newcastle United's fixture vs Tottenham

Officers investigating an alleged racist incident say they have identified a man they wanted to trace.

By Sam Johnson

Published 22nd Oct 2021, 13:12 BST

Updated 23rd Oct 2021, 10:30 BST

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An investigation was launched following Sunday’s Premier League fixture at St James’ Park.

It was alleged a home fan made a racist gesture in the direction of the travelling supporters.

Officers released a CCTV image of a man they wished to speak to and say they have now identified him.

Police say they have identified the man in the CCTV image released

Police say they have identified the man in the CCTV image released

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