Police investigate Tromsø stand collapse as a criminal case

Police in Tromsø are investigating the collapse of an away stand at Romssa Arena as a criminal case, Yle reports, citing Norwegian broadcaster NRK. One person was injured in the incident during Sunday’s match between Tromsø IL and Bodø/Glimt.

Anne Katrine Kjellman, a prosecutor in the Tromsø police district, told NRK on Monday that the investigation was at an early stage. She said authorities were planning their next steps and would also consider whether a company could face a penalty.

Tromsø IL chief executive William Frantzen said the stand would not be used for the team’s final two home matches this season. The club has decided not to use it in its current form while thorough investigations are carried out.

Police closed the stand after a spectator fell through the structure when part of it collapsed.