Wolves-supporting student who mocked A66 crash victims at Boro match spared jail

Wolverhampton Wanderers supporter Bradley Aston has avoided immediate jail time after mocking the victims of the A66 crash during a match against Middlesbrough. The 20-year-old student pleaded guilty at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court to a public order offence for displaying an offensive message on his mobile phone towards Middlesbrough fans. He received an eight-week prison sentence suspended for a year, a four-year football banning order, and 100 hours of unpaid community work.

Deputy District Judge Steven Jonas stated that recent legal changes prevented him from passing an immediate custodial sentence. Cleveland Police Chief Constable Victoria Fuller condemned Aston's actions in a statement, highlighting the trauma experienced by her workforce following the tragedy. In addition to his community service, Aston was ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £154 and £85 in court costs.