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In Brazil, a police officer shot a football player in the leg during a heated on-field argument.
An unfortunate incident occurred during a football match in Brazil where a police officer shot a goalkeeper in the leg with a rubber bullet.
Brazilian goalkeeper Ramon Souza was hit during a youth team game between Gremio Anapolis and Centro Oeste. The game ended 2-1 in favour of Centro este, ensuring a dramatic end to the game.
Police intervention leading to shooting of Brazilian goalkeeper
According to Globo, a breakout fight ensued after the final whistle, which required the intervention of security personnel.
During the scuffle, Goalie Ramon Souza of Gremio Anapolis was shot in the leg by a rubber bullet that was fired by a police officer who intervened during the the post-match brawl.
Souza was given medical attention, and the club called the event a “criminal act.” The club condemned the shooting, calling it “unfortunate, ridiculous, and revolting.”
They promised to hold the offending officer responsible.
“Gremio Anapolis comes to the public to repudiate the unfortunate, ridiculous and revolting event, at the Jonas Duarte Stadium, this Wednesday night, for the twelfth round of the Access Division.
“After the end of the match against Central West, our goalkeeper Ramon Souza was cowardly hit by a rubber bullet, carried out by a police officer.
“A horrible, unbelievable and criminal act by someone who should value the safety and integrity of the people, who were there at the Jonas Duarte Stadium.
“July 10th is marked by a violent, dirty and horrible act against one of our players, which will never be forgotten.
“The GEA informs that it will take competent measures, so that the responsible person is punished and that justice is done, so that this CRIMINAL act does not go unpunished.
“Our goalkeeper was attended on the field by GEA’s doctor, Dr. Diego Bento, who performed first aid.”
