Arrests following crowd trouble at Rovers match

There were small pockets of disorder before the match and a police horse was punched during one of these incidents.

At the end of the game, feelings were running high because of the disappointing result and unfortunately a number of fans went onto the pitch.

Some of these people were intent on engaging in acts of significant violence.

Mounted officers were swiftly deployed to keep rival fans apart and disperse the crowds safely.

Although the majority of fans were well-behaved, there were six arrests made for public order offences and assaults. There are likely to be more arrests as our enquiries continue.

Three police officers were injured during the disorder although thankfully their injuries are not serious.

We simply will not tolerate any form of anti-social behaviour or violence and we are committed to bringing offenders to justice using CCTV evidence, as well as other intelligence and information gathered during the policing operation.