Footage of clashes between Swindon Town fans and Bristol Rovers supporters has been posted online.
Bristol Rovers travelled to Swindon on Saturday, February 28, for a League Two fixture at the Nigel Eady County Ground.
Ahead of the game, Wiltshire Police warned that there would be an increased police officer presence at and near the ground, adding that violent behaviour would be dealt with "swiftly and robustly".
Wiltshire Police’s Assistant Chief Constable, Deb Smith, said: "Our role is not to detract from the event, but to provide reassurance and respond where necessary. "
“We would encourage anyone with concerns to speak to one of our officers on duty, who will be there to offer assistance and support.”
Following the event, police confirmed that two men from Swindon had been arrested in relation to the game, including a man suspected of carrying an offensive weapon and assaulting an emergency worker.
Swindon charging towards Bristol Rovers on Saturday. pic.twitter.com/DYUChrJX3E
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Now, more footage of unrest during the derby has emerged, which appears to show a large gathering of Bristol Rovers fans, and another gathering of Swindon fans 'charging at them'.
One witness claimed that the group from Swindon 'threw one glass before leaving two minutes later."
Another person said: "All they did was shout."
There were also reports of flares being lit and carried around the town centre, particularly at Regent Street.
At the game itself, police deployed barriers physically separating the Bristol contingent from home fans as they entered and left the stadium.
Speaking about the arrests, a spokesperson for Wiltshire Police said: "A man in his 20s from Swindon was arrested on suspicion of public order, assaulting an emergency worker and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place after he was found to have a pair of gloves which appeared to be weighted, adapted to cause harm.
"He has been released on bail pending further enquiries.”
The force also said it had arrested a teenager, who was also released on bail, as they continue their investigation.
The spokesperson added: “A 19-year-old man from Swindon was arrested on suspicion of public order. He has been released on conditional bail pending further enquiries.”
Wiltshire Police have been asked for an update on these arrests and if any charges will be pursued.
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