Man Arrested Over Racist Online Abuse Of England Lioness Jess Carter

A 59-year-old man from Great Harwood, Lancashire, was arrested on suspicion of malicious communications related to racist abuse directed at England defender Jess Carter during the UEFA Women’s Euros. Carter faced violently aggressive racial abuse on social media throughout the tournament, prompting her to step away from social media to protect her mental health and focus on the team. The Football Association, UK Football Policing Unit, and Cheshire Police launched investigations, working with social media companies to identify offenders. Carter and her family were deeply affected by the abuse, with Carter describing the psychological toll and how it undermined her confidence. Authorities, including Cheshire Constabulary chief Mark Roberts and Lancashire Police, condemned the abuse, stressing that such behavior will not be tolerated and signaling that more arrests are expected. The Football Association and public figures have voiced strong support for Carter and pledged to bring those responsible for hate crimes to justice.