A shocking incident occurred in Durban, South Africa, as a police officer, believed to be a Liverpool fan, was arrested after shooting a friend in a fit of rage following Liverpool’s 0-2 defeat against Arsenal in the Premier League last Saturday.
According to witnesses reported by Mirror.co.uk, the police officer, upset by his team’s loss, pulled out a gun and shot his friend in the chest. The altercation began with some light-hearted banter from a group of friends who supported Manchester United and were teasing the police officer about Liverpool’s performance.
Reportedly, the police officer shouted, “Manchester United – Who?” before firing the shot. The victim suffered severe injuries to the lung and liver and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition.
The police officer was promptly arrested and charged with attempted murder. Subsequently, he complained of feeling unwell and was admitted to the hospital, where he remains under police surveillance. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of extreme emotions in the aftermath of sports events.
