Nineteen people were injured After a football match on Friday night at the Scott Stadium in Charlotteville, Virginia achieved a historic victory over Florida, a university spokesman confirmed.
On Friday evening, “a large number” of spectators The field rushed At Scott Stadium, which prompted law enforcement officers to “[immediately take] “Work to maintain public safety,” said Virginia University.
UVA Health confirmed that 19 people were treated after the match, although the nature of their injuries was not detected by the health system policies.
In addition to the accident in the field, there was also a quarrel between the fans outside the stadium after Friday night match, which prompted the law enforcement to respond. A university spokesman described it as an “isolated” incident that was taken immediately to ensure the safety of all those present.
It was not confirmed whether those treated had been injured after the field rush, or a fight outside the field or both accidents.
A UVA spokesman said: “The University of Virginia Police Department, in cooperation with local and state law enforcement partners, responded quickly to these events,” a UVA spokesman said. “Together, our agencies are still committed to providing a safe environment for the university community and visitors.”
Virginia won the No. 8 Florida State 46-38 on Friday to get its first overnight victory over the top 10 teams, prompting the fans to rush in the field in the celebration.