Warning to hard core hooligans
Police today issued a warning to "hard core" football hooligans ahead of tomorrow's derby clash at the Molineux. Chief Superintendent Richard Green said extra officers would be on duty.
Police today issued a warning to "hard core" football hooligans ahead of tomorrow's derby clash at the Molineux. Chief Superintendent Richard Green said extra officers would be on duty.
Chief Supt Green, commander for Bilston Street police station, said more police were needed to minimise the risk of Wolves and Albion fans causing trouble in the city before and after the 7.45pm kick-off.
Most pubs in the city centre will also be closed before and after the derby.
He said: "We will be very proactive in tackling any potential disorder and appreciate the risk that could be posed by hard core hooligan elements.
"Post-match we will be exercising crowd control measures.
"As a result of this some routes may be closed to both traffic and pedestrians, and we urge supporters to take this into account when making arrangements for their journey home."