The charges include negligence leading to death or serious injury and violations of Indonesia’s sports law and ethical code for officials
He said the Malang police head of operations is believed to have known that FIFA, the international soccer governing body, has advised against the use of tear gas in stadiums.
He said the two other police officers had ordered their subordinates to fire the tear gas. There were 11 officers who actually fired the gas, causing widespread panic as spectators tried to escape, he said.“The gates should be opened five minutes before the match ends. When they were opened, the openings were only 1.5 meters wide, and the gate stewards were not in their positions,” Prabowo said.
About 42,000 Arema FC fans attended Saturday’s match, in which Arema was defeated 3-2 by Persebaya in its first at-home loss to its rival in 23 years. Following the defeat, angry fans rushed into the infield, prompting police to fire the tear gas.
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