Nottingham Forest owner to fund treatment for fans injured in train attack

Nottingham Forest owner to fund treatment for fans injured in train attack



Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis has pledged to cover the medical expenses of any fans injured in the mass stabbing incident that occurred on a train on Saturday.

The attack took place on a service travelling from Doncaster to London, with several Forest fans believed to have been on board following the club’s home match against Manchester United.

According to police reports, eleven people were injured and taken to the hospital, with two victims remaining in a life-threatening condition.

Marinakis expressed his shock and sadness at the tragedy, while praising the bravery of those caught up in the attack.

“Everyone at Nottingham Forest is shocked and deeply saddened by what happened,” Marinakis said.

“The courage and selflessness shown by our supporters on that train represent the very best of humanity and the very best of our club’s community.

“We will make sure any supporter caught up in this incident receives whatever financial support they require to access the best possible medical care as they recover.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected.”

The club has also confirmed it is in contact with authorities and supporter groups to offer further assistance to those impacted by the incident.

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Source: Businessday

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