Six arrests made after thousands of Celtic fans gather in Glasgow to celebrate title win

Police say while there was an "unacceptable level of anti-social behaviour and littering" there were "no serious incidents or disorder."

Celtic Fans
Author: Collette McGoniglePublished 15th May 2022

Six arrests have been made after thousands of Celtic fans gathered in Glasgow to celebrate their side lifted the Scottish Premiership trophy.

Police say while there was an "unacceptable level of anti-social behaviour and littering" there were "no serious incidents or disorder."

Another four people were given fixed penalty notices.

Roads around Glasgow Cross have also re-opened after the traffic lights there were damaged.

Chief Superintendent Mark Sutherland, Divisional Commander for Greater Glasgow Division, said:

"Police Scotland is a human rights-based organisation that puts our values of integrity, fairness, respect and a commitment to upholding human rights at the heart of everything we do.

“This afternoon thousands of Celtic supporters gathered in the area of Glasgow Cross to celebrate their team’s achievement."

"A proportionate policing plan was in place which facilitated the gathering, prioritised public safety and sought to minimise disruption to businesses and communities."

“While there was an unacceptable level of anti-social behaviour and littering there were no serious incidents or disorder.

"There were some outbreaks of minor disorder and our officers acted swiftly and robustly to prevent escalation and protect safety."

"Over the course of the evening there were six arrests for offences including assault and acts of public disorder. A further four people were issued with fixed penalty notices."

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