Police issue City-United derby pics
Police issue pictures of Manchester City and Manchester United fans at Carling Cup semi-final derby
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By inthenews.co.uk staff.
Greater Manchester police have released images of 13 people believed to have been involved in the public disorder surrounding last week's Carling Cup semi-final between Manchester City and Manchester United.
The images, thought to be of both City and United supporters in and around the City of Manchester Stadium last Tuesday, are from CCTV pictures.
The police are hoping to track down the men with information from the public in a bid to crack down on any trouble that is likely to flare up around Wednesday's second leg at Old Trafford and in future derby clashes in the city.
Superintendent Craig Thompson of North Manchester division said: "At last week's match there were a small number of so-called football fans who marred an otherwise enjoyable game.
"The people who caused the disorder are a disgrace to the vast majority of peaceful and genuine fans who simply wanted to enjoy the match.
"When we catch these people, and be assured we will, they could become subject to football banning orders, which in simple terms means they will banned from attending football matches.
"If you recognise the people pictured, please get in touch, we need to find those responsible so we can stop them from ruining matches for anyone else."
Assistant chief constable Ian Hopkins, head of specialist response, said: "After the match last week I made it clear that we would not simply forget what happened.
"While the people involved may think they have got away with it, we have spent the past few days reviewing evidence and we are working hard to catch those responsible.
"These people must be held accountable for their behaviour."
Anyone with information should call the local police office on (0161) 856 3535 or call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on (0800) 555 111.
