CFL suspends Argonauts exec Murphy indefinitely for altercation with fans

Toronto Police say they are investigating an incident after the Toronto Argonauts' CFL playoff game on Sunday after video emerged on social media showing Argos players in an altercation with a Hamilton Tiger-Cats fan.

By Sportsnet Staff

Posted December 8, 2021 6:12 pm.

Last Updated December 8, 2021 6:21 pm.

The CFL has suspended Toronto Argonauts vice-president of player personnel John Murphy indefinitely following an altercation after Sunday’s East final.

The CFL said it made the decision after investigating his physical and verbal altercation with fans following the Hamilton Tiger-Cats’ win over Toronto at BMO Field.

The league says its investigation into player altercations with fans continues.

Murphy is the Argos vice-president of player personnel.

The league reiterated Tuesday its investigation into the incident continues. Video of the incident has been widely circulated on social media.

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