Fan Dies After an Assault at the England vs. Wales Euro 2012 Qualifier

The current string of victories by the English side in recent Euro 2012 qualification has been overshadowed by the tragic death of a Wales supporter after an incident at the conclusion of the match.

According to ESPN, Scotland Yard have confirmed that a death directly after the match had occurred. The 44-year-old victim reportedly suffered a heart attack and was rushed to hospital. However, so far six suspects have been arrested. ESPN stated that, "Trouble reportedly flared before the match and emergency services were called to the concourse outside the stadium at around 19.20 BST. The man died in hospital shortly before 21.00 BST."

In an interview with the press a spokesperson for the London Ambulance Service said, "I can confirm that LAS got a call at 7:20 pm to reports of an assault outside Wembley Stadium. Staff treated a 44-year-old man who had suffered a cardiac arrest. Extensive efforts were made to resuscitate the patient and he was taken to hospital.''

A post-mortem examination will take place, although a time has not yet been set. While the details of the events leading up to the man's death have not been confirmed, this is a reminder of how reckless behaviour can lead to tragedy.

Officers from the Met's Homicide and Serious Crime Command are investigating the death.