I thought I read that people had seen him in the street etc but didnt go and criticise him ?
If people want to protest then fair do's. In addition fair play to the folks who went after saying they would go despite many telling them they didnt agree with the protest and how badly organised it was.
However dont be surprised that the club manager will not speak to you when some of the protestors make a tourettes gathering look like playschool when arguing their viewpoint.