English soccer’s match officials body says police are investigating “abhorrent attacks” aimed at Premier League referee Michael Oliver and his family.

Michael Oliver has long been regarded as one of England’s most experienced referees, but his career has not been without controversy. A recent statistic has added to the perception among some Arsenal fans that Oliver may have an agenda against their club.

The PGMOL, the body that oversees officiating in English soccer, says it is “appalled” by the “threats and abuse” aimed at referee Michael Oliver after his controversial decision to show a red card to an Arsenal player on Saturday.

Michael Oliver's next match has been confirmed following the controversial red card he gave to Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly.

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Michael Oliver has been at the heart of controversy after choosing to send Myles Lewis-Skelly off during Arsenal’s Premier League victory against Wolves and has now found it his next steps

The latest Arsenal news after Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes was sent off against the Gunners after Myles Lewis-Skelly also saw red.

Referee Michael Oliver has been a regular fixture in the Premier League for more than a decade, and has now been at the centre of a major controversy involving Arsenal