Manchester United have launched a
security review to determine how a pitch invader during last month's Champions
League game with Juventus got into Old Trafford with two toy guns.
The man did not take the guns on to the pitch but it is
understood they were later found in his backpack.
In 2016, United evacuated the stadium and postponed a
match with Bournemouth after dummy explosives were found.
They had been left in a toilet in error following an
earlier training exercise.
In November of the same year, two supporters slept inside
the stadium after initially being part of an organised tour in a bid to watch
United's game with Arsenal the following day.
In the latest incident in Juventus' 1-0 win on 23 October,
Manchester United spokesman said: "Carrying a children's miniature plastic
toy gun into a stadium is clearly an irresponsible act.
Fortunately, the
actions of the pitch intruder at the Juventus game did not harm anyone.
"However, as the security and safety of all fans and
staff is the absolute priority at Manchester United, the club immediately
launched an investigation.
"This includes a full review of our already rigorous
security protocols, using our own security teams together with external expert
consultants."
Manchester United have been charged by UEFA over the pitch
invasion with the case due to be heard on 22 November.
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