Three police officers injured in protests at Celtic Park

Three officers suffered injuries during protests outside Celtic Park following the club's cup loss.

Fans gathered outside the stadium calling for Hoops boss Neil Lennon to be sacked following the team's 2-0 defeat to Ross County in the Scottish League Cup.

Police Scotland said two of its officers were injured in dealing with the incident, although no arrests have been made.

Chief Superintendent Mark Sutherland Divisional Commander for Greater Glasgow Division said : "I was saddened to see the disgraceful and violent scenes at Celtic Park on Sunday evening, it is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.

“Three of my officers suffered injuries, albeit minor as a result of the violent behaviour which took place. The Chief Constable has made it clear that violence towards officers and staff will not be tolerated and I am wholly committed to that within Greater Glasgow.

“We should not forgot that protest of any type is illegal. While we remain in tier four and beyond, the disorder and violence this gathering presented posed a real risk of coronavirus infection to our officers and the wider community with no social distancing in place.

“We have now launched an investigation to identify those who were involved in the disorder and violence towards police officers, players and officials.

“My message is clear, if you are identified as being involved, you will be arrested. Don’t think just because you weren’t arrested last night that you have escaped justice.

“I would appeal to anyone who has any information that will assist this investigation to contact us through 101. Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained."

A Celtic spokesman said: "Everyone at the club is hugely disappointed by this afternoon's result, one which has ended our phenomenal run of 35 consecutive cup victories.

"While we sincerely share the huge disappointment of all Celtic supporters, there can be no excuse for some of the violent scenes at Celtic Park this evening. The club will be investigating these events fully.

"For players and a management team, who have given so much in recent years and have delivered 11 consecutive trophies, to require an escort from Celtic Park while being targeted with missiles, is simply unacceptable.

"While we understand that only a small number of people were involved in this behaviour, some of the actions this evening, which have obviously left our own players shaken, cannot be condoned in any way.''

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