Carlisle billed by Hartlepool for alleged damage
Wednesday 9 September 2015 18:07, UK
Hartlepool have sent Carlisle a bill for more than £2,000 for alleged damage caused by their fans in the Cumbrians' 3-2 win at Victoria Park last month.
The Football Association has also launched an investigation into pitch invasions after Keith Curle's side came from behind twice.
"Carlisle United can confirm that there is an ongoing FA investigation into the pitch encroachments allegedly caused by travelling fans during the 3-2 away victory at Hartlepool United on Saturday 29 August," said a club statement.
"We would like to take this opportunity to remind supporters that contravention of ground regulations, which includes unauthorised entry to the field of play, constitutes a criminal offence.
"Any individual found to be in breach of these regulations will be dealt with by the relevant authorities.
"Hartlepool have also raised an invoice for £2,376 for repairs to damage caused to the seating area in the away end at Victoria Park."
Carlisle have appealed for help in identifying the alleged culprits.
"We were notified by the FA that they are looking into the reports of pitch invasions which happened during the game at Hartlepool at the end of August," said spokesman Andy Hall.
"To that end we would ask anyone who can help us to identify individuals involved in these incidents to contact us.
"We take this type of incident very seriously and we will issue banning orders for any supporters who break ground rules or regulations, home or away."
