Hammers vow to assist authorities

26 August 2009 14:05
West Ham will leave no stone unturned in a bid to clamp down on the perpetrators that contributed towards the ugly scenes in Tuesday's Carling Cup clash. The Hammers' cup tie with city rivals Millwall was marred by pitch invasions during the contest, while supporters also clashed before and after the match. The Football Association has begun compiling a report on Tuesday's shameful events and could punish the clubs if they are found guilty of lapses in security procedures. Chief executive Scott Duxbury insists West Ham are a family club and that they will assist the authorities in any way they can in order to bring those responsible to justice. "This is a family club and the Boleyn Ground has always been a safe place in which all supporters can enjoy football. We are determined to ensure this remains the case," Duxbury told the club's official website. "Everyone at the club is shocked and appalled at what happened and we will leave no stone unturned in identifying the perpetrators, rooting them out and then taking the proper action from both the police point of view and the club's. "The vast majority of people at the game last night were law-abiding, loyal football fans and a small minority spoiled it for everyone. They will not be allowed to succeed."

Source: SKY_Sports