Wembley security breach: Two men arrested on suspicion of theft

An 18-year-old man from Ilford and an 18-year-old man from Newham arrested and released pending further enquiries

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Two men have been arrested on suspicion of stealing items that helped hoards of ticketless fans storm Wembley Stadium on the night of the Euro 2020 final, the Metropolitan Police has said.

The suspects, both aged 18, are suspected of taking the items and sharing them with others to allow them to get in to see England's showdown with Italy.

Investigators have refused to comment on the nature of the objects that were allegedly stolen.

The pair, from Ilford and Newham, have now been released under police investigation for theft while inquiries continue.

The Met has pledged to investigate offences by fans in the build-up to the game which resulted in a breach of security at Wembley.