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Bristol City v Cardiff: Police investigating vandalism

Avon and Somerset Police Damaged toilets in the Atyeo Stand at Ashton Gate StadiumAvon and Somerset Police
Images of the damage have been shared by police

A police appeal has been launched after a group of away supporters vandalised stadium toilets during a derby match.

Avon and Somerset Police said "significant damage" was caused in the Atyeo Stand at Ashton Gate when Bristol City hosted Cardiff on 22 January.

The force has asked anyone who can identify those responsible to contact it via 101.

Cardiff City directors have already stepped in and offered to pay for the damage some of its fans caused.

Avon and Somerset Police Damaged ceiling in the Atyeo Stand at Ashton Gate StadiumAvon and Somerset Police
Parts of the ceiling were ripped down during the incident
Ashton Gate Stadium, home of Bristol City
The vandalism took place during the Severnside derby, which Bristol City won 3-2
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