York City support for Harry Marchant after Poland shooting

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FELLOW York City FC supporters have been sharing their well-wishes after learning that a 19-year-old was wounded in the gun attack in Krakow, Poland.

Harry Marchant was caught up in the incident in the Polish city on Saturday and remains in hospital.

His family put out a statement to say that the teenager is in a stable condition after undergoing surgery.

Harry, from Haxby, supports his home city's football club which sent their best wishes this afternoon.

Harry Marchant was injured after being shot during an incident in Krakow, Poland. (Image: North Yorkshire Police)Harry Marchant was injured after being shot during an incident in Krakow, Poland. (Image: (Image: North Yorkshire Police))

A spokesman for York City FC said: "Everyone at York City Football Club would like to send their love and support to young supporter Harry Marchant, who was caught up in the horrific gun attack in Kraków, Poland, on Saturday.

"Harry is in a stable condition in hospital in Poland following surgery.

"We all would like to wish Harry a speedy recovery, and we hope to see him back at the LNER supporting us very soon."


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Fellow supporters have shared their own messages of support on the club's Facebook page.

"Best wishes indeed Harry. Hope you are soon back cheering on the lads," wrote Shaun Gallagher.

Julia Kirkman wrote: "Omg this was awful seeing it on the news, but this brings it even more into focus, wow! Get well lad!" while Ian Benton wrote: "Get yourself fixed up real soon Harry ! Hopefully get you back at the LNER in no time."

Mr Marchant's family have also shared their thanks for the care he has received.

"We are pleased to say he is now in a stable condition, receiving ongoing hospital treatment.

"We can't express how grateful we are to the first responders, medical team, and the people of Poland for their help and care for Harry.

"We ask for our privacy to be respected as we support Harry with his recovery."

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said the force was assisting Mr Marchant’s family.

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