Police are investigating a chemical attack threat that was allegedly made after a football game between Sawbridgeworth FC and Thurrock FC.
After the game, a player reportedly made a threat that a bottle contained a harmful substance.
Chief Inspector Gerry McDonald said: “We believe there was an inference that the bottle contained a harmful substance.
"We are currently investigating this serious allegation, and we would like to speak to anyone who may have seen the disturbance after the match or who may have captured it on their phones.
"We’ve sent the bottle to be analysed by the chemical, biological, radiological nuclear explosive team (CBRNe).”
The match was between Sawbridgeworth FC and Thurrock FC reserves.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting A4/17/550. You can also report information using our online form at www.contacthertspolice.uk/Report
Alternatively, you can contact the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their Anonymous Online Form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
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