After Bradley Lowery taunt at Sunderland match, 14-year-old Coventry fan hands himself in
Footage prompts police investigation
Social media footage appeared to show someone in the Coventry section pointing to a phone and grinning while displaying an image of Bradley Lowery. The incident took place during Sunderland’s 3-1 defeat on Saturday.
West Midlands police launched an investigation after the footage circulated online. British media reports said a 14-year-old boy had handed himself in to police.
Coventry responds to incident
Coventry City said it is investigating footage that appeared to show one of its supporters taunting Sunderland with a photograph of Lowery. The club said it would coordinate with relevant authorities to decide what action was appropriate.
Online reaction and tributes
Social media users condemned the incident and called for the supporter to receive a lifetime ban. Others shared accounts of Bradley’s courage during his fight with cancer and his impact on the football community.
Some commenters said Bradley had brought rival supporters together. The responses combined criticism of the alleged taunt with tributes to Lowery.
Key points
- Footage appeared to show a Coventry supporter displaying a photo of Bradley Lowery during Sunderland’s 3-1 defeat.
- British media reports said a 14-year-old boy handed himself in to West Midlands police.
- Coventry City said it is investigating and will consult relevant authorities about possible action.
- Gemma Lowery urged action and said the boy’s family should help him understand the harm caused.