Melbourne star Bayley Fritsch’s father, Scott Fritsch, injured in alleged incident at local footy game
The father of Melbourne star forward Bayley Fritsch has been involved in an alleged fight at a local football game on Saturday.
Police have confirmed the incident in which Fritsch’s father, Scott, required medical attention.
Scott was watching his other son, Darcy Fritsch, play in the Division 3 game for Coldstream as they took on Upper Ferntree Gully in the Eastern Football League.
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“Police arrested a man following an assault at a local football match in Upper Ferntree Gully on Saturday, 31 May,” police said in a statement.
“Investigators were told that spectators were involved in a scuffle at a sporting ground on Willow Road about 4.45pm.

“A 57-year-old Coldstream man was treated at the scene for minor injuries.
“A 44-year-old Seville man was interviewed and is expected to be charged on summons for intentionally cause injury and unlawful assault.”
Darcy, who scored one of Coldstream’s five goals, reportedly jumped the fence — from the playing field — when he saw his father was involved.
The incident happened near the end of the game.
Scott Fritsch is a 360-game legend for Coldstream.
7NEWS believes Scott took himself to hospital for further treatment after the incident.
Paramedics have confirmed that they did not take anyone to hospital.
“Ambulance Victoria responded to calls to an incident in Upper Ferntree Gully at around 5:00pm on 31 May,” a statement read.
“No emergency transport was provided.”
The EFNL also released a statement on Tuesday afternoon.
“The Eastern Football Netball League (EFNL) is aware of an off-field incident that occurred during the senior match between Upper Ferntree Gully Football Club and the Coldstream Football Club on Saturday, 31st May.” the league said.
“The League was informed at the time and has since commenced a thorough investigation into the matter.
“We are working closely with both clubs, who have provided full cooperation throughout the process. In addition, Victoria Police are conducting their own investigation, and the EFNL is assisting where appropriate.
“As both investigations are ongoing, we are unable to provide further comment at this stage. The EFNL remains committed to the safety and integrity of our competitions and will provide an update when more information is available.”
Originally published on 7NEWS Sport