We’re sad to report that police and Lille have targeted and dispersed Evertonians with rubber bullets and more tear gas for no apparent reason.
Local journalists have taken to Twitter to express their dismay and bemusement as to why the police have felt compelled to target Evertonians in Grand Place.
More reaction to follow…
Absolutely disgusting behaviour from Lille police. Targeting/dispersing Evertonians for no reason via @GuillerezJS pic.twitter.com/aWRtYNEX5X
— GrandOldTeam.com (@grandoldteam) October 23, 2014
Police have fired rubber bullets at #Everton fans. One man has been hit in the head
— Greg O'Keeffe (@GregOK) October 23, 2014
Police set off tear gas in Lille square as trouble flares again
— Greg O'Keeffe (@GregOK) October 23, 2014
@grandoldteam @GuillerezJS no need. pic.twitter.com/9Lk9hVByUF
— Steven Willetts (@StevoCasino) October 23, 2014
Everton fans tear gassed by plod for fuck all pic.twitter.com/ldP5oYQfrI
— Paul-NSNO (@AlanBall1966) October 23, 2014