Police in Spain made sixteen arrests on Sunday after violent incidents took place near the Metropolitano. A number of those involved were wearing Atletico Madrid clothing, in an incident involving around fifty young people, although two of those identified and arrested were minors.
According to Relevo, the incident took place around 4pm CEST last Sunday, following Atletico Madrid's 1-0 win over Getafe. The 'ultras', as described by police, were looking for other radical fans and entered a Chinese Bazaar, where they destroyed display cases and threatened the owner and other customers.
The owner then locked the doors and called the police, who made the arrests – the age range was between 16 and 25 years old. An investigation is underway and police are now trying to determine whether they are members of the club, and which ultra group they belong to.
Although it has not been confirmed whether far-right group Frente Atletico was involved, Los Rojiblancos have had problems with the main ultra group at the Metropolitano this season. After objects were thrown at Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, their part of the stadium was banned for one match. Atletico fans are divided over their 'singing part', with many whistling for the group on their return.
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