Charlton Athletic fan in court over claim he tried to punch Crystal Palace's bald American eagle during mass brawl
Daniel Boylett allegedly targeted the mascot, called Kayla last September
Violence broke out during the Capital One Cup tie at Selhurst Park
The third-round clash was marred by pre-arranged crowd trouble
Boylett will appear at Croydon Crown Court next month to face charges
By ANTHONY JOSEPH FOR MAILONLINE
Thursday 31st March 2016
A Charlton Athletic fan appeared in court today accused of punching Crystal Palace's bald American eagle during a mass brawl between rival fans.
Daniel Boylett allegedly targeted the mascot, called Kayla, when violence broke out during their Capital One Cup third-round tie at Selhurst Park on September 23 last year.
Charlton lost the match 4-1, but the clash was marred by pre-arranged crowd trouble before kick-off.
Boylett, 35, appeared at Croydon Magistrates' Court today alongside two other men charged with the football violence.
Jacqui Hughes prosecuting said: 'On the day of the allegations Charlton Athletic supporters arranged to meet with Crystal Palace supporters before a match to have a fight.
'Police prevented such a clash but there was fighting inside the stadium.
'Mr Boylett was seen shouting at rival fans and dancing on CCTV evidence, another man threw a bottle and was seen swinging punches.
'Therefore the Crown say this is not suitable to be dealt with at this court.'
Boylett of Welling, Kent, is charged with violent disorder and attempted criminal damage of the mascot.
Colin Kitto, 48, from Rochester, Kent, and Andy McConville, 47, from Eltham, south London, are charged with violent disorder.
All three pleaded not guilty to violet disorder but Boylett did not enter any plea to the alleged criminal damage.
Daniel Boylett allegedly targeted the mascot, called Kayla
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