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| Jesurun's arrest shocks Copa America fans |
In a dramatic turn of events, Ramon Jesurun, the president of the Colombian Football Federation, was arrested in Miami on Sunday night following the Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia. The arrest came after a altercation with security personnel at Hard Rock Stadium, where Jesurun allegedly assaulted an officer or employee.
Jesurun's arrest was linked to a dispute over access to the field for the awards ceremony.
According to reports, Jesurun and his family members, including his son, were denied entry to the field for the awards ceremony, leading to a heated confrontation with security guards. The situation escalated, and police officers intervened, resulting in Jesurun's arrest.
The incident was part of a larger chaotic scene at the stadium, where spectators stormed the gates, causing delays and disruptions to the game. The start of the match was delayed by 80 minutes due to the chaos, which saw people pushed to the ground and others attempting to sneak into the stadium through air conditioning ducts.
The arrest has raised questions about the conduct of football officials and the safety of events.
The incident has sparked concerns about the behavior of football officials and the security of events. As a vice president of CONMEBOL, Jesurun's actions have come under scrutiny, and his arrest has raised questions about the leadership of the organization.
The Copa America final was won by Argentina, who defeated Colombia 1-0 in extra time, with a goal from Lautaro Martinez. However, the victory was overshadowed by the chaos and controversy surrounding the event.