Colombian Football Chief and Son Arrested Amid Chaos at Copa America Final

The Colombian Football Federation (FCF) attributed the chaotic scenes at the Copa America final, which led to the arrest of its president Ramon Jeserun and his son Ramon Jamil, to private security measures. The incident occurred as they were attempting to access the awards ceremony after Argentina's victory over Colombia.

The Colombian Football Federation (FCF) attributed the chaotic scenes at the Copa America final, which led to the arrest of its president Ramon Jeserun and his son Ramon Jamil, to private security measures.

Both Jeserun, 71, and his 43-year-old son were detained for battery after an altercation with security guards in a tunnel, as they tried to reach the awards ceremony following Argentina's win over Colombia in Miami. The FCF stated that the security personnel at the Hard Rock Stadium obstructed their access to the field despite having proper identification.

High tensions escalated when the Jeseruns were denied entry. Miami police reported that Jeserun's son physically assaulted a security guard, prompting Ramon Jeserun to intervene. The FCF apologized for the disturbance and stressed that Jeserun's actions were motivated by a paternal instinct to protect his son. The final, which Argentina won 1-0, was delayed due to a lockdown that left many fans stranded outside and resulted in multiple arrests.

(With inputs from agencies.)