Police confirm investigation into alleged hate crimes during Old Firm

Inquiries are also ongoing into reports an object was thrown at Celtic assistant manager John Kennedy

Author: Paul KellyPublished 8th Apr 2024
Last updated 8th Apr 2024

Police Scotland has confirmed it is investigating a number of alleged hate-related crimes during Sunday's Old Firm match at Ibrox.

The game between Rangers and Celtic resulted in a dramatic 3-3 draw.

Police said no arrests were made at Ibrox Stadium, but a small number of reports relating to hate crimes are being assessed.

They were also informed of an object being thrown at Celtic assistant manager John Kennedy, but police said he did not require medical attention.

A Celtic FC spokesperson said: "It is totally unacceptable that our staff have once again been targeted in this way.

"We will be raising our serious concerns with Rangers and we understand that the matter is currently being investigated by Police Scotland."

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "We are aware of an object being thrown at Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow, during the Rangers v Celtic match on Sunday 7 April 2024.

"One man was struck but did not require treatment and inquiries are ongoing."

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