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The scene outside the Monumental Stadium after the incident before the game between Colo Colo and Fortaleza Two teenagers died following confrontation between fans and police before Chilean club Colo Colo's game against Brazilian side Fortaleza in the Copa Libertadores. The deaths occurred following fighting after police blocked about 100 fans as they tried to enter the Monumental Stadium in Santiago. "What is known is that one of the fences crushed these two and an investigation is under way into whether a police car was involved in the death, " said local prosecutor Francisco Morales. Local media have said the victims were aged 13 and 18. Police general Alex Bahamondes said a police officer had been charged in the case and that "statements are being taken regarding the events". The group match in the Copa Libertadores did start but was later cancelled. South American football's governing body Conmebol said it "deeply regrets the death of two fans near the Monumental Stadium". In a statement, the body expressed its "deepest condolences to their families and loved ones" and said "all information regarding the events that occurred inside and outside the stadium" will be sent to its disciplinary committee. Listen to the latest Football Daily podcast Get football news sent straight to your phone Premier League team news and build-up - latest Salah signs new two-year deal with Liverpool Rose leads Masters as Mc Ilroy hurt by late errors Stacey Dooley explores Britain’s shoplifting epidemic Exposing the truth, and bringing a serial killer to justice Classic moments from Kenny Everett's BBC shows A retired MI6 agent must track down a Soviet mole 'Perfect marriage goes on - Liverpool and Salah need each other' Mc Ilroy's daughter makes heart-warming putt at Masters Par 3 Contest. Video Mc Ilroy's daughter makes heart-warming putt at Masters Par 3 Contest Rice scores two stunning free-kicks against Real Madrid. Video Rice scores two stunning free-kicks against Real Madrid PSG come from behind to claim impressive win over Villa. Video PSG come from behind to claim impressive win over Villa A straight duel at the Masters? Or will another champion emerge? The rise and poignant fall of Wrexham Deadpool hero Mullin How does Onana compare to other Man Utd keepers after Matic criticism? Barca thrash Dortmund to take control of quarter-final. Video Barca thrash Dortmund to take control of quarter-final Masters - dates, tee times, favourites & how to follow on the BBC 'He's the chosen one! ' - the rise of Lamine Yamal. Video'He's the chosen one! ' - the rise of Lamine Yamal Is Tsunoda an improvement on Lawson? F1 Q&A The last time I confess my real feelings - Humphries 'I'd love team built around him' - who should Man City keep, or sell? 'We would love to see more spectators' - was Grand Slam Track a success? 'Blessed' - From tennis prodigy to basketball star Ovechkin beats legend Gretzky's NHL goal record 'We must avoid that record' - how it all went wrong for relegated Saints Should female footballers play on different pitches? Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.