A SOUTH OCKENDON teenager is in police custody today (Tuesday) after an allegation of an assault upon a football steward at Aveley last night.
The alleged incident is said to have taken place during the pre-season friendly between Aveley and AFC Hornchurch at Mill Field, Aveley.
The steward did not require hospital treatment.
The incident comes after concerns were raised at the end of last season at the behaviour of a number of younger fans who have started following the team.
The play-off fixture between Maldon versus Aveley was punctuated with foul, abusive and homophobic chanting by the young supporters.
YT understands that the club spoke to supporters after the game regarding the language.