Senegalese Soccer Fans Jailed After AFCON Final Chaos
Senegalese soccer fans imprisoned after unrest at the Africa Cup of Nations final in Morocco assert their innocence as they await a judge's response.
A group of Senegalese soccer fans who were jailed following the chaos that erupted at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final in Morocco have adamantly denied any wrongdoing. The fans, who were among the thousands of supporters who attended the match between Senegal and Algeria, were arrested and imprisoned in the aftermath of the incident.
Fans Claim Innocence
In statements made from their jail cells, the Senegalese fans insisted that they were simply caught up in the melee and were not actively involved in any violent or disruptive behavior. They expressed their bewilderment at being singled out and detained, with one fan stating,
Source: Al Jazeera
