Update as hunt continues for football fans following disturbances at Fratton Park after the south coast derby

Images of 13 football fans were released by the police after seats were ripped out at Fratton Park and thrown onto the pitch in the game between Portsmouth and Southampton in January.

The south coast derby which took place on Sunday, January 25 was fiery both on and off the pitch with a number of flashpoints occurring between the two sets of fans. While two pitch invaders were apprehended at the game, police are now calling for help in identifying fans after criminal damage took place at the stadium after the game finished one all.

As well as seats being ripped out, coins, bottles and pieces. of broken seats were also thrown. One person that the police have appealed for information on has been identified but they are still calling for details on the remaining 12.

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Chief Superintendent Simon Dodds, who was Gold commander for the match, said: “We understand the passion football fans have for their clubs, and the extra excitement that builds around these derby matches.

“The vast majority of fans at both matches this season were able to show their support in the right way and we're really thankful for that. We've really appreciated the support and positive comments from both sets of fans and local communities who have thanked us for helping to ensure both games could go ahead without any major disruption.

“However, we are taking action against those who have used these events as an excuse to behave in a manner that puts others at risk of serious injury.

“The events were captured on CCTV and we are now asking for your help to identify several people – from both fanbases – who we would like to speak to.

“If you are one of the people in these photos, or know who they are, please call 101 quoting reference 44260128696."

Find the images of the fans below: