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James Holt

Man arrested after two 15-year-old girls hurt in fight near VIP suites at Old Trafford during match

Two teenage girls were hurt after a fight broke out at at the Old Trafford Manchester United football stadium.

Police were called to the stadium on Friday, February 4, shortly before 9pm.

It is understood the incident broke out during the Manchester United vs Middlesbrough match, near the VIP suites.

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The two girls, both aged 15, were assaulted after a male became involved in a fight at the stadium, on Sir Matt Busby Way.

The male in question, a 36-year-old, was later arrested on suspicion of common assault.

No medical attention was required following the incident.

Two teenage girls assaulted in Old Trafford VIP lounge during match (ABNM Photography)

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said: "At 8.50pm on Friday 4 February 2022, police were called to reports of an assault at Old Trafford.

"Enquiries have established that a man became involved in a fight which resulted in two girls aged 15 being assaulted.

"No one required medical attention.

"A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of common assault."

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