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Manchester police arrest teenager over racist tweet

Police investigating a racist tweet sent during Sunday's Manchester derby have arrested a 15-year-old boy. The teenager was held on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence on Monday night, Greater Manchester Police said.

An investigation was launched after a message was directed at a Manchester United player.

The boy has been bailed pending further inquiries

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