Fight breaks out between Perak and JDT fans

IPOH: A few scuffles broke out in the stands between fans of Perak and Johor Darul Ta'azim (JDT) after the end of a match here on Saturday night.

This follows the chanting of provocative songs and slogans throughout the match.

Police were initially able to contain the fights, but matters escalated when JDT fans were allowed onto the field  - with some seen provoking Perak fans.

Among those injured was NSTP cameraman Supian Ahmad, who lost his camera during the fracas.

"They came in droves and they stole my camera. I didn't know that this would happen. I’m shocked,” he said when brought to the grandstand for treatment.

The police are currently controlling the situation with the assistance of the Fire and Rescue Department.

Perak Football Association president Datuk Seri Abdul Puhat Mat Nayan was seen addressing Perak fans, urging them to return home. 

This is not the first time an incident has erupted between Perak and JDT fans.

The bad blood between the two teams can be traced back to the Larkin Stadium on Jan 18, 2014, when Perak team manager Datuk Azhar Ahmad’s car windscreen was smashed and the Perak team bus was blocked by JDT fans after the home team had won their Super League match with a 2-0 score.