Barrow have today released a statement condemning a small section of their fans who directed vile chants towards murdered Walsall fan Ryan Harvey.
Their statement reads
Following last night’s Sky Bet League Two fixture against Walsall, we have been made aware of derogatory remarks from a small number of spectators that referred to a Walsall fan who tragically lost his life just two months ago.
We must emphasise and remind everyone that these remarks do not reflect the opinions, thoughts or values of Barrow AFC, and we deplore any behaviour of its kind.
As a result, we are working with the relevant authorities to monitor this situation going forward.
The club have not informed the public that an investigation will take place, they have not informed the public that they will monitor CCTV and they have not informed the public that those who are accountable for such vile chants will face punishment – it feels a very weak, rushed and forced statement from the club.
Ryan Harvey was murdered this summer whilst on a pre-season trip with his Walsall friends – he was aged just twenty two.
A small section of teenage Barrow fans were heard chanting about Ryan’s death during our 2-1 defeat last night.
We call on Barrow to take tougher action against those that orchestrated such a vile tirade against a defenceless Walsall supporter. Shame on all of you.
