David Duckenfield: A Devastating Tragedy

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On April 15, 1989, a devastating tragedy occurred that ultimately led to the deaths of 96 people during a semi-final soccer match between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest at the Hillsborough Stadium in Sheffield, England. 8 years prior to hosting this semi-final soccer match, Hillsborough was banned for hosting a semi-final match from 1981 to 1987 due to their safety certificate being invalid. In addition, 19 days before this semi-final soccer match, David Duckenfield was newly promoted as Chief Superintendent. Nevertheless, David Duckenfield’s role was “to lead policing at Hillsborough stadium – despite having never commanded a football match (Dearden). Under the landowner’s liability, Sheffield Wednesday is responsible and liable for all