Police have released images of six men they want to speak to after far-right protesters clashed with anti-racist demonstrators in Glasgow over the summer. The violence and antisocial behaviour took place at Glasgow Green on July 25, during a protest organised by the Unite the Clans group. The counter-demonstration was organised outside the Green in front of the High Court by Stand Up To Racism (SUTR) and Women Against The Far Right.
Clashes and Police Response
Ugly scenes marred the event as the opposing groups clashed. Footage showed far-right protesters, dressed in black and holding Scotland and England flags, rushing towards railings and hurling missiles at a crowd of anti-racist activists who had gathered on Greendyke Street. Police moved in quickly on both sides of the railings as the groups goaded one another. Inside the park, mounted police came in between the pair as scenes threatened to boil over.
Investigating officers have now released images of six males who may be able to assist with enquiries. Police ask those depicted in these images, or anyone who believes they may recognise them, to contact officers.
Arrests and Ongoing Investigation
A total of 22 people have now been arrested in connection with a number of offences linked to the disorder. Police Scotland confirmed that "a number of arrests" were made on the day at Glasgow Green, and that the disorder had spilled into the Oswald Street area. Anyone with information can call 101, quoting Operation Cornstarch, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
It comes after one person was arrested at an anti-immigration rally organised by right-wing group Pink Ladies in Glasgow Green on Saturday, September 12. The 23-year-old man was arrested and charged at the protest in connection with an outstanding warrant relating to the July 25 disorder.
Public Appeal and Further Protests
Opposing groups, including Stand Up To Racism (SUTR), arranged a counter protest and both were contained in separate groups by police. They later confirmed that the two protests passed "without violence and disorder". A Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) has been set up to encourage members of the public to submit information about the scenes on July 25 directly to officers. Police Scotland has appealed to anyone with footage or photos of criminality related to the disorder to upload it using the online form.
