Safety concerns following Durban stadium stabbing incident

Safety concerns following Durban stadium stabbing incident

The Cell C Sharks say they're working with private security and police to ensure the safety of fans at Johnson Kings Park Stadium. 

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A woman was stabbed there on Friday night. Local police have no record of the incident but the Sharks have issued a statement confirming that there was an attempted mugging in the women's toilet after their Currie Cup clash with the Pumas. 

"One of our female supporters who was in the toilet was accosted by a man who wanted to rob her of her handbag. Despite not resisting the suspect's demand, the young lady was unfortunately injured during the altercation," spokesperson, Novashni Chetty said.

Chetty says paramedics treated her at the scene and then rushed her to hospital.

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She says CEO for the Cell C Sharks, Gary Teichmann visited the woman who's since been discharged from hospital.

"Everyone at the Sharks wishes her a speedy recovery. We must emphasise that the safety of our fans is of paramount importance to us. We view this incident in a serious light," she said. 

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