Three more arrested after fight at Misfits Boxing event

In an update, Northumbria Police confirmed an 18-year-old man and a 37-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of affray.

Another 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault following incidents at the Misfits Boxing event at Utilita Arena on Saturday, September 12.

All three have been released on bail and remain under investigation.

The Utilita Arena in Newcastle (Image: GOOGLE)

The latest arrests follow four initial arrests made on suspicion of assault after officers were called to reports of fighting inside the arena.

Police later confirmed all four people had been released with no further action taken.

Two other people were also questioned voluntarily under caution as detectives continued their enquiries.

Videos of the fights quickly spread across social media after the event, showing groups brawling as security staff tried to intervene.

Thousands attended Newcastle‘s Utilita Arena to watch influencer boxing bouts, including a contest between “UK’s Hardest Man” Big Stacks and Jordan McCann.

Northumbria Police said officers were still working to identify everyone involved.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “We want to make it clear that the violence and disorder demonstrated by those in attendance at the boxing event will not be tolerated.

“Our enquiries are very much ongoing as we work to identify all those responsible.”

Police said no serious injuries had been reported, but launched an investigation and appealed for information as footage spread online.

Anyone with information should contact Northumbria Police by direct message on social media or through the force’s website.