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Cheshire Police Unleash DNA Spray to Combat Hooliganism

8/7/2025

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Cheshire Constabulary is taking a bold stand against football hooliganism by introducing DNA tagging spray at League One and League Two matches. This innovative, invisible spray, which glows under UV light, will help link offenders to their crimes for months. This initiative is part of Operation Shield, aimed at curbing rising match disorder and other criminal activities.

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Story summary

Cheshire Constabulary is taking a bold stand against football hooliganism by introducing DNA tagging spray at League One and League Two matches. This innovative, invisible spray, which glows under UV light, will help link offenders to their crimes for months. This initiative is part of Operation Shield, aimed at curbing rising match disorder and other criminal activities.