Two more men charged as investigation into Old Firm disorder continues

Two more men have been charged as part of an investigation into disorder at an Old Firm derby at Ibrox.

Fans clashed on the field after Celtic knocked Rangers out of the Scottish Cup on penalties on March 8.

Police have made a number of arrests following the violence, which saw officers, supporters, members of coaching staff, and players assaulted.

A ten-year-old child was also struck by a coin as items, including pyrotechnics, were thrown by supporters.

The men, aged 25 and 46, have been arrested and charged in connection with culpable and reckless conduct. Both have been released on an undertaking and will appear in court at a later date.

The arrests come days after a 27-year-old man was charged in connection with offences including breach of the peace, possessing an offensive weapon, and assaulting a police officer.

Another man, aged 26, was arrested and charged in connection with an assault.

Detective chief inspector David Lamont said: “Extensive enquiries are ongoing to identify and trace those involved in the scenes which took place at the conclusion of the match on Sunday, March 8.

“A team of officers continue to carry out enquiries and examine a large amount of CCTV images and footage to identify and trace those involved, further arrests will be made.”

Following the disorder, Rangers said they agreed that a full independent review into the events surrounding the match should be conducted.

The Ibrox side warned of sanctions, potential withdrawal of ticketing privileges and stadium bans should individuals be identified and convicted of offences connected to the match.

Celtic’s interim chairman, Brian Wilson, said the club would “work closely” with Police Scotland and said concerns about access arrangements prior to the game would be addressed with officers, the SFA and Rangers.

Anyone with information on the disorder can call 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Information can also be sent directly to the investigation team.

The Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) is a website that gives the public access to a form to pass information, images and footage directly to the Major Investigation Team and can be accessed here: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/SCOT26G03-PO1