Salford City have criticised North Yorkshire Police for the decision not to charge a person with racist abuse in the aftermath of their abandoned pre-season friendly at York City on 11 July.
The game was called off after the incident in the 85th minute, which the Ammies said was aimed towards Adebola Oluwo. A 23-year-old man from York was arrested.
A police investigation earlier this month concluded there was no evidence of a hate crime.
“It is particularly concerning how the investigation concludes that there is no evidence to corroborate the report of abuse, despite a number of first-hand accounts of the abuse from those present at the fixture,” Salford’s statement said., external
“This includes from the match officials who we know, through discussions with the Professional Game Match Officials (PGMO), gave verbal statements on the night and provided their details for the investigating team to follow up, but have not been contacted.
“Having spoken with Adebola and sought further advice on the matter, including legal, we will be exercising the Victims’ Right to Review Scheme to request an independent review to reconsider this outcome.”
At the time, York City said it was an “extremely distressing evening” and that any supporter found guilty of racial abuse would face the strongest possible sanctions from the club.
North Yorkshire Police said it had worked with “the person reporting, both clubs and fans to gather evidence”.
“Based on these findings, our officers are satisfied that no offences have occurred,” the force said.
“Hate crime has no place within football, and it will not be tolerated.
“Nobody should be subject to any form of abuse.
“We will continue to work closely with York City Football Club to take a zero-tolerance approach, ensuring that any incident is fully investigated.”
