‘Serious dysfunction’ erupts in Llandudno after Welsh Cup match as 5 arrested
North Wales Police were called to Llandudno town centre after the Welsh Cup semi-final between Bangor City 1876 and Flint Town United ended in disorder outside a pub
The disorder broke out near the Nevill public house in Llandudno(Image: Google Street View)
Five people have been arrested following “serious disorder” that erupted in a seasaide town on Saturday. North Wales Police confirmed the incident happened after the Welsh Cup semi-final clash between Bangor City 1876 and Flint Town United, which took place in Llandudno.
After Flint’s commanding 5–1 triumph at Maesdu Park, chaos erupted in the town centre, officers revealed. A police spokesperson explained: “Following the Welsh Cup semi-final between Flint Town United and CPD Bangor 1876 yesterday (Saturday 7th March), officers were called at 3.59pm to an incident of serious disorder involving a large number of people outside the Nevill public house on Vaughan Street, Llandudno.
“Five individuals were subsequently arrested on suspicion of public order offences, S.47 ABH and assaulting an emergency worker. This remains a live investigation including the reviewing of video footage and CCTV.”
Footage capturing the incident has been circulated extensively across social media platforms. The clips show numerous police officers present as suspects are arrested, reports North Wales Live.
One constable brandishes a Taser in an attempt to control onlookers whilst a man is being arrested.
Authorities stated: “We are aware of considerable interest on social media, including widespread sharing of recorded footage by people present, and we would ask anyone who recorded the disorder to send the video to us to assist in our ongoing investigations.
“Please be aware that posting on social media once proceedings are active (when someone is arrested or charged) can seriously impede or prejudice any potential future legal proceedings.
“This applies to everyone, and you could be found in contempt of court.”
Anyone with information is urged to get in touch with the police through their live webchat here. Alternatively, details can be given by dialling 101, quoting reference number O035019.
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