Wild England celebrations lead to 20 arrests in London after Euro clash

Twenty people were arrested in London as celebrations hit fever pitch after England’s win over Denmark in the Euro 2020 semi-final on Wednesday night.

Fans caused a stir in central London climbing on red telephone boxes, partying on the roof of double decker buses, packing out Piccadilly Circus and dancing on the Leicester Square tube roof.

The Met police said the arrests were for offences including common assault, public order and assault on police.

Officers were out patrolling the busy streets of the capital.

“There were large pockets of groups who gathered predominantly in central London, and officers remained with them,” a Met spokesman said.

Ahead of the match police said they were prepared for an increase of fans in the capital.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor, said: “We have a very experienced policing team in place and will continue to prevent crime and disorder and respond effectively to any incidents. We have deployed a great many officers and specialist units.

“We want people to be able to enjoy the Euros 2020 safely and securely.

“London still remains in a public health crisis. There are government guidelines in place and we ask people to follow these and remain socially distanced.

“I should also remind you that the terror threat remains at ‘substantial’. This means that an attack is likely and I am asking the public to play their part toward security by remaining vigilant and reporting any suspicious activity or behaviour to stewards, security staff or police officers. In an emergency always dial 999.”