Police close investigation into attack on Manchester United chief Ed Woodward's house in January by group in balaclavas who fired flares at property
* Group wearing balaclavas launched flares at Ed Woodward's home in January
* Cheshire Police probed the incident but have now closed the investigation
* Attack happened when section of fans were unhappy at way club was being run
* If any new information comes to light then investigation could be reopened
Police have closed their investigation into an attack on the house of Ed Woodward.
In January, a group wearing balaclavas launched flares at the executive vice-chairman’s house, triggering the probe and attracting widespread condemnation.
However, Cheshire Police have confirmed that they will now be taking no further action. Should any new information be presented, they will reopen the investigation.
It is understood that the impact of Covid-19 and time constraints surrounding offences deemed criminal damage, have both impacted on their probe.
The attack happened at a time when a section of fans unhappy with the way the club was being run sang songs celebrating the death of the 48-year-old.
Nobody was at home at the time and no injuries were reported.
United were quick to release a strongly-worded statement condemning those involved. They also vowed to hand out life bans to anyone found guilty of being involved in the attack.
A spokesperson added: ‘We know that the football world will unite behind us as we work with police to identify the perpetrators of this unwarranted attack.’
Ed Woodward, Manchester United chief executive, had his house attacked a group wearing balaclavas back in January and the police investigation has now closed. A group of hooded Manchester United fans attacked the property in January. United released a strong statement at the time condemning those involved in the attack. Police say they will reopen the investigation if new information comes to light
A spokesperson for Cheshire Police confirmed that their investigation had concluded. ‘At around 10.45pm on Tuesday 28 January, Cheshire Constabulary was notified of an incident of criminal damage that had taken place earlier that evening at a property in the Nether Peover area,’ they said.
‘Following an investigation, which involved a number of enquiries, no further action is being taken and the victim has been kept fully updated. However, we will always act on any new information that comes to light and anyone who can assist police with their enquiries is urged to call 101.’
United declined to comment.
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