Two police officers 'seriously injured' amid disorder at Celtic title celebrations

Two police officers have been ‘seriously injured’ during title celebrations in Glasgow on Saturday.

Police confirm 14 have been arrested during and after Celtic’s Premiership title win on Saturday May 16.

Four arrests were made at Parkhead stadium during the match and ten in the Trongate area of the city.

They relate to a number of offences including mobbing and rioting, resisting arrest, police assault and possession of offensive weapons. Officers also seized pyrotechnics and alcohol at both locations.

During the disorder, two officers were seriously injured and three members of the public required hospital treatment.

Significant enquiries are ongoing, with officers reviewing CCTV and taking statements to identify those responsible.

Assistant Chief Constable Mark Sutherland said: “The large majority of people at the Trongate yesterday were in a celebratory mood and simply wanted to support the victory of their team.

“However, we once again saw significant disorder and anti-social behaviour when police responded to a medical emergency within the crowd. A man was found unresponsive after taking unwell and continues to receive treatment in hospital. While dealing with this, our officers came under sustained attack from missiles and bottles, which resulted in two of them being seriously injured.

“I cannot condemn this behaviour strongly enough. It is completely unacceptable.

“Our officers must be kept safe when doing their job. They acted bravely, courageously and with the highest degree of professionalism throughout the event. They took decisive action, which was entirely appropriate, to clear those intent on violence and disorder, and make arrests.

“The minority of individuals involved will face the most robust action from Police Scotland and partners as we move forward. If you were involved in criminality, expect us to be knocking at your door.

“Once again, Police Scotland has been left holding the responsibility and accountability for supporters away from the stadium at the Trongate. We have strong and positive relationships with Celtic Football Club and Glasgow City Council on a day-to-day basis to keep people safe, but on this particular issue more must be done.

“Celtic FC and football authorities, working with local authorities and Police Scotland, must take greater responsibility. This cannot happen again at any future celebrations.”

Enquiries are also ongoing at Parkhead following a pitch invasion and disorder after the match. Police are liaising with Hearts to establish if any players were assaulted.

A Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) has been set up for the public to submit information, including photos or footage, relating to incidents at Parkhead or Trongate.

Anyone with information can contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting Operation Gristaline, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Four further arrests were also made near Tynecastle in Edinburgh in connection with breach of the peace, assault and robbery.