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Police in Scotland charge man over alleged racist abuse of

sportsmole.co.uk, 17 March 2021, 11:04

Police in Scotland have charged a man in connection with an allegation of racially-aggravated online abuse aimed at Middlesbrough midfielder Yannick Bolasie.

The 22-year-old was due to appear at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court on Wednesday following his arrest.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "A 22-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a racially aggravated comment posted online.

"He is expected to appear at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court on Wednesday, 17 March, 2021."

Bolasie, 31, joined Boro on loan from Everton in January and has made six appearances for the Sky Bet Championship club.

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