What happened
The 60 year old fan from Wales, got identified & the book is being thrown at him.
Oldham & the player thanked Liverpool for their actions and support.
The next month February 2012, a ManU fan charged with racism against black Stoke players:
Manchester United fan charged for shouting racist abuse at Stoke match | Football | guardian.co.uk
And in January 2012, a bunch of Chelsea fans charged with racism:
Man arrested over alleged racist chanting by Chelsea fans | Football | guardian.co.uk
Seems to be a bit of problem with a minority of brits, 'supporting' various clubs.