ST Helens have condemned the behaviour of a small number of their travelling supporters during last night’s win at Warrington Wolves.

Pyrotechnics were thrown onto the field from the West Stand of The Halliwell Jones Stadium housing the sizeable contingent of Saints fans who travelled to watch their side beat The Wire 12-10.

There was also an incident in which a Wire player had beer thrown at him by visiting supporters.

In a statement released this morning, Saints praised the behaviour of the vast majority fans but insisted those found to have caused trouble will be subjected to life bans from their games.

There remains a minority who continue to act in an anti-social manner that puts the safety of fellow supporters at risk, particularly concerning pyrotechnics and flares.

"Pyrotechnics are strictly prohibited under both rugby and football ground regulations,” the statement read

"They can burn at an extraordinary heat and cause serious injuries to those who carry them and fellow spectators.

"Not to mention the damage they can cause to the playing surface – costing the club thousands of pounds.

"The club has taken preventative actions at home games this season with added stewarding and ‘sniffer’ dogs patrolling the stadium.

"However, a small selection of supporters continue to cause issues on our visits to opposing Super League stadia.

"This was again evident in Thursday evening’s victory over Warrington Wolves as a pyrotechnic was thrown onto the field. Alcohol was also thrown at a Warrington player.

"Both instances are simply not acceptable, and these actions do not reflect the culture of our club.

"This is not the first time the throwing of objects has been highlighted to us.

"These are mindless actions involving a small minority of our St Helens fans and is not acceptable.

"These irresponsible people will be issued with life bans and could also be subject to a police prosecution.

"Any spectator who would like to help the club in our investigations can confidentially contact the club on: keepmeupdated@saintsrlfc.com."