Shocking moment a Brazilian goalkeeper is shot by a police officer with a rubber bullet... as club blast an 'unbelievable and criminal act'

This is the shocking moment a Brazilian goalkeeper was shot with a rubber bullet by a police officer during a youth team match.

Brazilian police have launched an investigation into the incident with occurred during a match between Gremio Anapolis and Centro Oeste.

Centro Oeste won the match 2-1 before a scuffle occurred after full time, according to Brazilian newspaper Globo.

A police officer was spotted shooting a rubber bullet at Gremio Anapolis goalkeeper Ramon Souza following the scuffle.

Souza was seen limping away following the shocking incident, with his club confirming had had received treatment after being shot in the leg. 

The team slammed the incident as a 'criminal act' and vowed to ensure the officer responsible is punished.

'Gremio Anapolis comes to the public to repudiate the unfortunate, ridiculous and revolting event, at the Jonas Duarte Stadium, this Wednesday night, for the twelfth round of the Access Division.

'After the end of the match against Central West, our goalkeeper Ramon Souza was cowardly hit by a rubber bullet, carried out by a police officer.

'A horrible, unbelievable and criminal act by someone who should value the safety and integrity of the people, who were there at the Jonas Duarte Stadium.

'July 10th is marked by a violent, dirty and horrible act against one of our players, which will never be forgotten.

'The GEA informs that it will take competent measures, so that the responsible person is punished and that justice is done, so that this CRIMINAL act does not go unpunished.

'Our goalkeeper was attended on the field by GEA's doctor, Dr. Diego Bento, who performed first aid.'

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Gremio Anapolis published photos of Souza following the incident with the goalkeeper pictured with a bandage on his leg.

A member of medical staff was seen pouring water on his leg to remove blood, while the goalkeeper appeared in agony.

Another photo showed Souza on a stretcher, while the club later published an image of the impact of the rubber bullet on his leg. 

The Military Police of the State of Goias confirmed it has launched an investigation into the incident.

'The Military Police informs that it was immediately ordered to open an administrative procedure to investigate the facts with due rigor,' a statement read.

'The Military Police of Goiás reaffirms its commitment to complying with the law, and reiterates that it does not condone any misconduct practiced by its members.'