Woman among two charged after police officer 'assaulted' before Old Firm game

A woman has been charged in connection with threatening and abusive behaviour and assault of a police officer before Sunday’s Old Firm.

Police say a 40-year-old woman was arrested and charged in connection with threatening and abusive behaviour and the alleged assault of an officer before the game at Ibrox.

It comes as officers launch enquiries into a banner unfurled by Rangers fans and a bottle thrown onto the pitch during the game on Sunday.

A 40-year-old man was also arrested and charged in connection with threatening and abusive behaviour after the match.

Both will be subject to a report to the Procurator Fiscal.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “A 40-year-old woman was arrested and charged in connection with threatening and abusive behaviour and alleged police assault ahead of the match.

“A report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.

“A 40-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with threatening and abusive behaviour following the match.

“A report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.”

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