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Dainton Connell was a football fan known for his support of Arsenal F.C.. He was born in Shacklewell, London and was also known was Denton or more commonly, "The Bear".

Arsenal
During the 70's, Connell became recognised throughout hooliganism as the main figurehead of Arsenal's hooligan firm.

Death and Aftermath
In 2007 Connnell was killed in Moscow, Russia after the car in which he was being carried skidded on the wet road and hit a tree before overturning into the Moskva River. http://www.thecnj.com/camden/2007/101107/news101107_10.html

His funeral was held at Mary Magdaline Church where 1,000 Arsenal fans listened outside. 2,000 Arsenal fans as well as former players, Ian Wright and Lee Dixon joined in his funeral procession through Holloway Road, Islington. http://www.thecnj.com/islington/2007/101907/inews101907_00.html