David Duckenfield

David Duckenfield

police officer United Kingdom

David Duckenfield was the match commander during the Hillsborough disaster in 1989, where 97 Liverpool supporters tragically lost their lives due to overcrowding. He faced significant scrutiny for his actions during the event, which led to multiple investigations and inquests. In 2016, a jury found that the fans were unlawfully killed and that Duckenfield's gross negligence contributed to the disaster. His role in this historical tragedy continues to haunt discussions surrounding stadium safety and the treatment of football fans.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
75,057
Power
4,762$
Sentiment
2.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 2.00 0.02% +0% 331,002,651 75,057 $21,000,000 4,762$
Totals 1 331,002,651 75,057 $21,000,000 4,762$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Chief Superintendent David Duckenfield’s actions amounted to ‘gross negligence’ due to breach of his duty of care to fans during the Hillsborough disaster. 2

CNN: Liverpool FC: The overwhelmingly positive response in the wake of the parade crash