Two police officers 'seriously injured' and 14 arrests during Celtic disorder
Two police officers were seriously injured during disturbances in Glasgow following Celtic's Premiership title win. Fourteen arrests were made as fans gathered in the Trongate area, where violence erupted after an initially celebratory atmosphere. Police have called on Celtic FC to help organize safer celebrations in the future to prevent similar incidents.
- ▪Two police officers were seriously injured after being attacked by fans in Glasgow.
- ▪Fourteen arrests were made during the disturbances following Celtic's title win.
- ▪Police Scotland has criticized Celtic FC for failing to ensure a safe celebration for fans.
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Two police officers 'seriously injured' and 14 arrests during Celtic disorder6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GooglePA MediaPolice said officers were attacked after dealing with a medical emergency in the crowdTwo police officers were "seriously injured" and 14 arrests were made during trouble in Glasgow after Celtic's Premiership title win against Hearts.Bottles and other missiles were thrown at officers as around 3,000 Hoops fans gathered in the Trongate area of the city after Saturday's play-off.Assistant Chief Constable Mark Sutherland said he was "disgusted and frustrated" by the violence shown towards officers. He said Celtic FC needed to "step forward" to ensure there was no repeat of the disorder next year.
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