A FOOTIE fan has been charged with a public order offence after allegedly mocking the Munich air disaster while celebrating a goal against Man United.
Nathan Rawlinson, 44, was arrested over alleged “tragedy chanting” after Burnley’s late equaliser in Saturday’s clash.
Videos online show a man seemingly making plane gestures at Old Trafford fans — a reference to the 1958 disaster that killed 23, including eight Busby Babes.
The fan also appeared to shout “Munich” after Zeki Amdouni’s 87th-minute penalty.
Rawlinson, of Bacup, Lancs, has been bailed to face court at a later date.
From tongue scraping to saying no, here are 12 health trends to try in 2023
Burnley FC condemned the “offensive footage”.
Burnley previously condemned the “offensive footage” and vowed to work with Man United and police to identify and prosecute fans involved.
The club said: “We are aware of offensive footage currently circulating on social media from the away end of today’s fixture at Old Trafford.
“Tragedy-related gesturing and chanting is completely unacceptable, and Burnley Football Club take a zero-tolerance approach.
“We will continue to work with Greater Manchester Police, Lancashire Police and Manchester United to help identify and prosecute the individuals responsible.”
