Attack on Livingston supporters bus leaves some on board "quite distressed"

The bus was damaged shortly after Livingston's League Cup match with Forfar on Saturday

The incident happened on the grounds of Station Park, Forfar
Author: Paul ReillyPublished 15th Jul 2024
Last updated 15th Jul 2024

Police are investigating after a Livingston supporters bus came under attack from fans of Forfar Athletic following the League Cup match between the two sides on Saturday.

Both clubs have condemned the incident - which left some people on board quite distressed.

Livi won the match in at Station Park, Forfar, Angus 2-0.

Group of youths said to be involved in the attack

In a statement on X, the West Lothian club said: "We’re aware of an incident that took place after yesterday’s game with Forfar where a coach departing the ground, taking our fans home, was attacked by a group of youths.

"Our safety team have already had contact with counterparts at Forfar Athletic FC as well as Police Scotland and are hopeful of identifying those involved.

"We were thankful to hear no-one was directly hurt from the attack but send our very best wishes to those who were shaken up from the experience".

Their hosts, Forfar Athletic, have also released a statement saying they are extremely disappointed and angered by the incident.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 5.10pm on Saturday, 13 July, 2024, officers received a report of damage to a bus on Carseview Road, Forfar.

“Enquiries are ongoing."

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