Coin thrower arrested

Source:Agencies Published: 2016-2-23 22:53:01

Police have arrested a man in relation to a coin-throwing incident after the FA Cup fifth-round tie between Reading and West Bromwich Albion on Saturday.

Albion midfielder Chris Brunt was struck by a coin when he went to hand his shirt to a young supporter after his team's 3-1 defeat by the Championship (second tier) club.

The object was thrown from the area housing West Brom fans, and Brunt suffered a cut just below his left eye.

The incident drew widespread condemnation.

West Brom manager Tony Pulis described the act as "criminal," and Brunt said it left him "ashamed" of the club's supporters.



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