Published Date:
27 November 2009
Unruly squaddies swapped fighting the Taliban for each other when a Christmas night out ended in a punch-up.
A group of soldiers from Catterick base were enjoying their party at the Stadium of Light on Tuesday night when a brawl broke out.
The police were called to take control of the situation, which ended in two arrests.
A 27-year-old man was arrested for obstructing a police officer in the execution of his duty.
A 28-year-old was arrested for common assault.
Both men accepted cautions on the night and were freed.
A spokesman for Northumbria Police said: "Police were called to the Stadium of Light at about 11.30pm on Tuesday following reports of disorder at a Christmas function."
The Army said they were unable to comment on the incident as it was a police matter.
Sunderland AFC refused to comment on the incident.
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Last Updated:
27 November 2009 10:23 AM
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Location:
Sunderland
