Riots Interrupt Messi's Visit to Calcutta
Leo Messi attended the Yuba Bharati Krirangan stadium in Calcutta as part of his tour of India. The initial atmosphere of anticipation was abruptly cut short when a group of fans began to provoke riots in the stands, completely disrupting the scheduled event. 😮
Chaos Erupts in the Stands
A sector of the fans present initiated violent actions, breaking seats and throwing them onto the field. This behavior forced the immediate halt of any activity related to the Argentine footballer's visit, as it posed an evident danger to the safety of people on the field.
Details of the Incidents:- The origin of the conflict was a group of fans seeking to draw attention in a violent manner.
- The material damage focused on the destruction of stadium furniture.
- The situation escalated quickly, forcing the organization to act.
The fervor to see the Flea exceeded limits and led to behavior that no one expected.
The Security Forces' Response
In the face of the advancing chaos, the Indian police intervened decisively. The officers charged against the provocateurs to disperse them and regain control of the sports venue. This action managed to stop the main incidents, although the event was already irreparably interrupted.
Consequences of the Intervention:- The police managed to disperse the violent groups and restore a minimum of order.
- No serious injuries were reported during the intervention.
- The final balance was material damage and a general atmosphere of disorder.
The Definitive Suspension of the Event
For security reasons, the organization decided to suspend the event at the stadium. Messi left the place without being able to complete the meeting with the thousands of fans who had attended normally. Despite this incident in Calcutta, the football star's tour of the Asian country continued as planned in its subsequent destinations. The day was marked by an episode of violence that tarnished what should have been a festive event.