Wusum Stars Denounces Fan Violence, Vows to Hunt Down Attackers After Journalist Assault

Makeni, SIERRA LEONE – In a fiery statement released Thursday, Wusum Stars Football Club has broken its silence on Sunday’s shocking stadium violence that left sports journalist Alusine Rehme Wilson injured, calling the incident “unacceptable” and vowing full cooperation to identify the rogue fans responsible.

The Northern Region giants moved swiftly to:
– Condemn the post-match violence after their 3-1 loss to Bo Rangers
– Apologize directly to assaulted journalist Wilson
– Pledge full investigative cooperation
– Warn fans against future misconduct

“This wasn’t just an attack on a journalist – it was an attack on everything we stand for as a club,” read the emotional statement from team management.

While distancing themselves from the perpetrators, Wusum Stars revealed:
• Reviewing CCTV footage from Wusum Stadium
• Working with police to identify stone-throwing attackers
• Preparing sanctions including lifetime bans for violent fans

“We don’t recognize these thugs as true supporters,” the statement continued. “They’ve shamed our city and our sport.”

SWASAL officials cautiously welcomed the apology but demanded:
– Immediate arrests of identified attackers
– Compensation for damaged media equipment
– New security protocols for press areas

“This isn’t over until we see concrete action,” warned SWASAL’s Secretary General.

While some supporters applauded the club’s stance, others questioned security lapses:
“How did fans bring stones into the stadium?” tweeted @TrueWusumFan. “Management must answer too!”

As investigations continue, all eyes are on Wusum Stars to prove this isn’t just damage control – but the start of real change in Northern Region football.

#NoToViolence #ProtectThePress BT/4/4/2025