Five men arrested for Bonfire night disorder in north east Edinburgh
Last updated 26th Sep 2018
Five men have been arrested over Bonfire night disorder in north Edinburgh last year.
On November 5th 2017, officers responded to numerous calls from the Craigentinny area of the city. Once they arrived they found cars alight, damaged properties and were attacked with fireworks.
A female officers was even left with serious burns after being struck with a rocket.
Today at Edinburgh Sheriff Court - 20-year-old Lewis Park,18-year-old Dylan Martins, 19-year-old Dylan McArdle, 18-year-old Connor Murray and 19-year-old Liam Willis all pled guilty to being involved. They will be sentenced in November.
Chief Superintendent Gareth Blair, Divisional Commander for Edinburgh, said: "The level of disorder and destruction our communities in North West and North East Edinburgh had to endure last Bonfire Night was completely unacceptable, to me and the public, who stood up and assisted us in finding the evidence to identify and convict those responsible. I would therefore like to thank them for their ongoing support.
"These five individuals played a significant role in the incidents last year, and I want their convictions to send a very clear message to those thinking of carrying out similar offences this year, that such actions will not be tolerated.
"Lessons have been learned since 2017 and planning for this year is at an advanced stage in terms of resourcing and working alongside key partners.
"We will have increased resourcing at our disposal allowing us to robustly respond to incidents and keep the public and emergency services personnel safe."