Monday 19 October 2009

SPORT: Footballing thuggery

Mark McLaughlin
Edinburgh Evening News
March 23, 2009

HIBS star Darren McCormack has been arrested by police after allegedly attacking Hearts striker Calum Elliot, who needed treatment in hospital following the incident.

The alleged brawl took place outside Why Not? club on George Street at 2am yesterday.

Elliot, 21, was taken to hospital for X-rays amid fears the player had suffered a broken cheekbone, but it is understood that he was not seriously injured.

Police confirmed that a 20-year-old man was charged in connection with an incident on George Street.

A spokesman added: "He was released with an undertaking to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court."

It is understood that Elliot was not arrested in connection with the incident.

Witnesses said bouncers from a nearby club rushed over to break up the fight, with one reportedly ending up with a bloody nose.

A source at the nearby Shanghai nightclub said: "We are aware that something took place but it was door staff from another club who were involved.

"One doorman ended up with a sore nose in the jostling."

Police also arrived on the scene quickly and reportedly arrested McCormack, 20, in connection with the alleged bust-up.

A witness said: "McCormack and a friend had been in the club and came out on to the street. Elliot's girlfriend was still in the club and he was ringing her to get her to come out.

"I'm a Hibs fan but I'd have to be honest and say that I was embarrassed at what played out in front of me."

Earlier in the day, Elliot came on as a sub in Hearts' 2-2 draw with Rangers.

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