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Piece from The Times which seems to say/alledge stevie caught the DJ bloke with an elbow (not saying if deliberate or not) and that this sparked the wider problems....alledgedly
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article5415935.ece
Steven Gerrard, the Liverpool captain and England international footballer, was in custody yesterday on suspicion of assaulting a DJ during a late-night brawl at a nightclub.
Gerrard, who has 70 caps for his country, was celebrating at the club in Southport when trouble broke out at about 2.30am on Monday morning.
It is understood that the DJ, Marcus McGee, who was a guest at the club, was sitting behind the bar when Gerrard asked him to change the music. He is then said to have asked for the music card that operates the sound system. Mr McGee apparently refused.
Subsequently Gerrard is said to have caught the alleged victim with an elbow, although it is not known whether this was deliberate or not. This incident is thought to have sparked the wider brawl.
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Gerrard and five other men aged between 18 and 33 were arrested after the row. Merseyside Police said that Gerrard was arrested on suspicion of inflicting a malicious wound without a weapon, which amounts to grievous bodily harm. The offence attracts a maximum sentence of five years imprisonment.
Mr McGee, who is thought to be a supporter of Liverpool's great rival, Manchester United, was taken to hospital, where he received treatment for facial injuries before being released. His family said that he suffered a cut nose and swollen eye and was given four stitches. He also lost a tooth.
Gerrard, 28, who is married with two children, is understood to have been given permission by his club to attend the private party, hours after he had scored two goals in Liverpool's 5-1 demolition of Newcastle United.
Staff at Liverpool FC declined to comment officially about the incident but there was general shock that their club captain had been caught up in such an unsavoury incident.
He has the reputation of being a model professional who rarely drinks, and even more rarely stays out late.
Gerrard, who has captained England four times and is regarded as one of the world's best midfielders, was appointed MBE last year and received an honorary fellowship from Liverpool John Moores University
Sources at the club suggested that Rafael Benítez, the club manager and a noted disciplinarian, would take disciplinary action only if Gerrard were charged with any offence. The footballer is due to play on Saturday, when Liverpool take on Preston North End in the FA Cup third round.
The Lounge Inn, a restaurant that becomes a nightclub later in the evening, remained firmly closed for business yesterday despite continuing to advertise its New Year's Eve menu at £59.95, but spots of blood were clearly visible on the floor, surrounded by shards of glass.
Mr McGee's mother, Patricia McGee, 61, said last night: “He was only with his partner in the bar. I have absolutely no idea how he became involved in this. He was just out for a drink. He lost a tooth and the whole family is really shaken up. I am looking after his two little girls at the moment. We cannot believe that this has happened.”
John Watts, a lawyer whose daughter Eve was hosting a birthday party at the venue, said that Gerrard had been in good spirits during the night. He said: “He bought a bottle of champagne for my daughter when he found out it was her birthday.
“It was a really civilised occasion in a middle-class bar. There was no sign of trouble kicking off. Eve is very upset because it spoilt what was a very pleasant evening.”
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A police source said: 'Mr McGee retaliated and swore at Gerrard, which was when Gerrard's mates turned violent and assaulted him.'
Friends of the England star insisted he had been reacting to provocation and had thrown no punches himself.
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It is claimed this evening that the DJ who was taken to hospital as a result of the incident at the Lounge Inn, Southport is a Manchester United supporter. Reports claim that DJ Marcus McGee was taken to hospital for treatment to a cut nose and a swollen eye. It is also claimed that he was given four stitches and that he lost a tooth during the brawl. The Times newspaper writes: 'It is understood that the DJ, Marcus McGee, who was a guest at the club, was sitting behind the bar when Gerrard asked him to change the music. He is then said to have asked for the music card that operates the sound system. Mr McGee apparently refused. Subsequently Gerrard is said to have caught the alleged victim with an elbow, although it is not known whether this was deliberate or not. This incident is thought to have sparked the wider brawl... Mr McGee, who is thought to be a supporter of Liverpool's great rival, Manchester United, was taken to hospital, where he received treatment for facial injuries before being released." The Daily Mail adds: 'Witnesses said Mr McGee, who runs a double-glazing firm, had been behind the bar at the Lounge Inn, a restaurant and bar in the centre of Southport, as a guest of the owner's niece and was in charge of music. They claimed that Gerrard had asked for a particular tune but was told that it was not club policy to play requests. At that point the footballer allegedly pushed past Mr McGee, catching him with an elbow. A police source said: "Mr McGee retaliated and swore at Gerrard, which was when Gerrard's mates turned violent and assaulted him." Friends of the England star insisted he had been reacting to provocation and had thrown no punches himself.' Liverpool Football Club have launched an investigation into the matter but it is believed that Gerrard was given permission to celebrate Liverpool's 5-1 win over Newcastle. Supporters are reminded that the above snippets are unconfirmed claims and that at this time the Liverpool skipper has not been charged with any kind of offence even though he remains in custody. KOPTALK is manned around the clock so we will be providing fresh updates during the night should anything of interest come out.
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As a Huge Liverpool Supporter in the US here are my two cents. I know from television he is a good guy and from what I have read. I like to believe the best in people. Btw a Man United fan ({ involved in the altercation seems like there must have been some "catalyst" to start the brawl. I hope this turns out for the best. YNWA, keep on keeping on Reds, AmericanKop!
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He's charged with affray and assault.
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Steven Gerrard has been charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm and affray following an alleged row over music in the Lounge Inn, Southport.
Merseyside police said Gerrard and two other men were charged with ABH and affray. The Liverpool skipper has been released on bail.
Police Inspector Swan said in a statement: "Merseyside Police have charged Steven Gerrard, 28, of Formby, John Doran, 29, Ian Smith, 19, both of Huyton with Assault causing Actual Bodily Harm and affray following an incident in Bold Street, Southport.
"All three men will appear at North Sefton magistrates on Jan 23rd.
"Three other men who were interviewed over the same incident have been bailed.
"They were released earlier tonight."
The charges, under section 47 of the Offences Against the Person Act, carry up to five years in jail.
Marcus McGee lost a tooth and needed four stitches to a head wound following the incident.
His mother said:"He was just out for a drink with his partner and I have no idea how he became involved in this.
"He lost a tooth and the whole family is really shaken up. I'm looking after his two little girls at the moment and we just can't believe this has happened."
John Watts, whos daughter was celebrating her birthday at the venue, said: "When Steven Gerrard found out it was my daughter's birthday he bought her a bottle of champagne. He seemed in very good spirits. He wasn't drunk at all. He and his party were in a separate room and I believe some of the people who were with him were footballers, though I couldn't name them.
"It was a really civilised occasion in a middle-class bar."
Supporters are reminded that Gerrard remains innocent until proven guilty. Police have charged the player because they feel they have enough evidence against him. That though does not mean such charges will stand against him in court.
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Lfc not need that when we are flying so high at the moment... I just hope that all this won't have any impact on our league form...
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