Police officer knocked out in unprovoked attack ahead of England match

Cops have been stationed exterior the Molineux Stadium in Wolverhampton forward of England’s recreation in opposition to Hungary final night time (Image: PA)

4 individuals have been arrested after a police officer was attacked exterior the Molineux Stadium forward of England’s defeat to Hungary. 

The PC was stationed close to the Stan Cullis stand earlier than kick-off in Wolverhampton when he was approached from behind by a gaggle of males.

Detectives perceive he was then hit within the aspect of the pinnacle in a ‘completely unprovoked’ assault at round 7.25pm, earlier than being rushed to hospital.

‘He was knocked unconscious, suffered a head harm, and was taken to hospital for an evaluation and remedy,’ a police spokesperson mentioned.

‘Our officer stays in hospital and we want him a speedy restoration.’

CCTV footage and body-worn video cameras are being reviewed to seek out these accountable. 

Up to now, 4 males aged 18, 19, 20 and 21 have been arrested and held on suspicion of assault.

Hungary followers have fun as their staff humiliate England on residence soil (Image: PA)

England supervisor Gareth Southgate waves to the followers as he arrives on the stadium final night time (Image: PA)

A road vendor sells match scarves forward of the worldwide recreation on the Molineux Stadium (Image: PA)

Detective Inspector Kate Longbottom mentioned: ‘We’ve spoken to some witnesses however doubtlessly many extra individuals have been within the space and noticed what occurred or the offenders operating off.

‘We actually want to talk to them as they may have necessary info; I'd ask them to get in contact as a matter of urgency.

‘There was a great ambiance within the build-up to the sport, excessive spirits and plenty of households having fun with the event.

‘That’s what made this assault much more stunning because it seems to have been completely unprovoked.’

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