Police treating nazi salute at Man City match as hate crime

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Police are investigating after a Lyon fan is accused of performing a nazi salute.

A video emerged on social media following Manchester City's 2-1 defeat to the French side in the Champions League on Wednesday.

It's unclear when the incident is alleged to have happened.

Officers say they're aware of the video circulating on social media.

Greater Manchester Police has confirmed it is being dealt with as a hate crime and that enquiries are ongoing.

Chief Inspector Gareth Parkin, Silver Commander for the Manchester City v Lyon fixture, said: “This is absolutely abhorrent behaviour and it has no place in our community, and no place in sport.

“We are committed to policing racism at football matches, and hate crimes of any sort will simply not be tolerated.

“We will be working closely with French police and both clubs to identify the person responsible.”

Anyone with information should contact police on 101 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.