A 14-year-old Coventry City fan has been arrested on suspicion of a public order offence after a video emerged showing him taunting Sunderland fans with a photo of Bradley Lowery. Bradley, a Sunderland supporter who died aged six in 2017 after battling a rare childhood cancer, became a symbol of resilience and unity across football. The boy handed himself into West Midlands Police, who are investigating the incident that occurred during Saturday’s Premier League match.
Coventry City FC confirmed they are also reviewing the footage and stated they do not tolerate offensive behaviour. Bradley’s mother, Gemma, issued an emotional statement on Instagram, expressing heartbreak that her son’s memory was used in such a cruel way. She emphasized that Bradley’s life was defined by courage and love, not hate.
Through the Bradley Lowery Foundation, she called for compassion and education rather than punishment, hoping the teenager would learn from his actions. The club and police have pledged to keep Bradley’s family updated as the investigation continues.
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