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Police trawl CCTV after matchday car thieves leave disabled Sheffield Wednesday fan stranded

Disabled fan arrived back to where car had been parked to find it gone…

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 4:20 PM
Police trawl CCTV after matchday car thieves leave disabled Sheffield Wednesday fan stranded
Key Things to Know
  • Police investigated the theft of a disabled Sheffield Wednesday fan's wheelchair-accessible van during a match.
  • The blue Ford MPV was stolen near Wordsworth Avenue between 1:10 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Sunday.
  • The theft left the disabled supporter stranded for hours because regular taxis could not accommodate his mobility needs.
The Story in 60 Seconds

South Yorkshire Police are investigating after thieves stole a wheelchair-accessible van belonging to a disabled Sheffield Wednesday supporter. The blue Ford MPV was taken between 1:10 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 1, near Herries Road and Wordsworth Avenue while the fan attended the match against Blackpool. The theft left the supporter stranded for hours due to mobility requirements.

Officers reviewed CCTV footage but were unable to identify any suspects, resulting in the case being filed pending new information. Authorities have urged anyone with relevant details to contact police using reference number 14/191691/26.

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