Four more people have been arrested and charged following disorder during Celtic’s Premiership title win celebrations in Glasgow, bringing the total number of arrests to 28.
Violent scenes erupted in the Trongate area of Glasgow after Celtic’s 3-1 victory over Hearts at Parkhead on May 16. Two officers were seriously injured during the chaos, and three members of the public required hospital treatment.
Charges and court appearances
A 38-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with a breach of the peace. He was expected to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Thursday, August 13.
A 33-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with assault and breach of the peace. He is expected to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Friday, August 14.
A 19-year-old man was arrested and charged with reckless conduct and a breach of the peace. He is due to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court later.
A 22-year-old woman was arrested and charged in connection with reckless conduct. She is due to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court later.
Ongoing inquiries and raids
Around 3,000 supporters gathered in the area before missiles – including broken bottles – were launched at cops while they dealt with a medical emergency.
Extensive inquiries remain ongoing into the violence and anti-social behaviour which took place. Last month, a third wave of CCTV images of football fans pictured during title celebrations were released by police. Cops want to speak to 83 individuals as part of the probe. Those depicted in the images, or anyone who may recognise them, are urged to come forward.
On Wednesday, cops conducted a series of raids across Glasgow and Lanarkshire, where four people were arrested. Officers swooped on five properties in Springburn, Govanhill, Blantyre, and Bothwell after being granted warrants. Detectives were supported by colleagues from the Greater Glasgow Division Violence Reduction Unit. The activity was part of a coordinated operation into the rowdy scenes witnessed in the city centre in May.
Police statement
Superintendent Derrick Johnston previously said: "Today's operation is the result of extensive work over a number of weeks and we will continue to carry out inquiries. I hope this day of action makes it clear to those involved that we will not give up and you will be brought to justice."
He added: "Significant enquiries remain ongoing into this disorder which impacted communities, businesses, police officers and supporters. I would urge anyone with any information to contact us."
