Police descend on Glasgow park after 'disturbance' involving crowd

Police were called to Glasgow Green and Gallowgate around 8.40pm on Saturday following reports of the incident.

Police descend on Glasgow’s East End after ‘disturbance’ breaks out near park Getty Images

A number of people have been reported for disorder offences following a disturbance in the East End of Glasgow.

Police were called to Glasgow Green and Gallowgate around 8.40pm on Saturday after “crowds” began to gather.

A number of officers were dispatched to the scene with eyewitnesses reporting a helicopter also seen in the area.

There were no reports of any injuries and crowds dispersed from the area after officers “engaged” with those who had gathered.

Police Scotland confirmed that a number of people have been reported in connection with disorder offences.

A spokesperson said: “Emergency services attended and engaged with those gathered.

“There were no reported injuries and the crowds dispersed from the area.

“A number of people have been reported in connection with disorder offences.

“Officers remain in the area and additional patrols will be carried out.

“Enquiries are ongoing.

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