Gillingham condemn ‘discriminatory and offensive incident’ during match at Priestfield which is being investigated by the Football Association

The Football Association are investigating an incident which saw a spectator at Gillingham arrested on suspicion of a racist offence.

The clip of a supporter confronting a Newport County player has been widely shared across social media and Kent Police confirmed that a 20-year-old man is in custody.

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Gillingham are already under threat of severe sanctions by the game’s governing body, the FA, following three incidents of abuse last season from supporters.

The club are currently investigating an incident from last week’s match at Priestfield which saw the visiting Notts County goalkeeper struck by an object.

A statement from the FA said: “We strongly condemn the discriminatory and offensive incident involving a spectator during a fixture between Gillingham and Newport County.

“We are investigating the matter and will work with the club and the relevant authorities to ensure the appropriate action is taken.”

Kent Police confirmed a man was arrested on suspicion of a racially-aggravated public order offence.

Gillingham’s interim manager Keith Millen described the incident as “disgusting” and it was the club’s own fans who helped make sure an individual was quickly apprehended.

An immediate lifetime back was issued by the club while the game was still ongoing.

Gillingham’s director of operations, Joe Comper, said: “I think most people will have seen the clips on social media and I just wanted to reaffirm what action we have taken and our stance on this sort of behaviour.

“One thing that people will see today from the way that we have responded, is that our stance is zero tolerance.

“We are absolutely disgusted, and we are frustrated if I’m honest.

“We have dealt with it