A man arrested after social media posts were directed towards England football players following the Euro 2020 final has been released under investigation.
The 37-year-old presented himself at Cheadle Heath police station on Wednesday morning (July 14).
The man, from Ashton-Upon-Mersey, was subsequently arrested on suspicion of an offence under Section 1 of the Malicious Communications Act.
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He was later released under investigation.
Police are still investigating and would like to hear from anyone with information about the incident, on 0161 856 4973, quoting incident number 109 of 12/7/2021.
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
Anyone who has been a victim, or witness of hate crime, report it at your earliest opportunity via 101, LiveChat or online at www.gmp.police.uk .
Or, you can visit www.letsendhatecrime.com.
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