20 arrested following Celtic fans' title bash in Glasgow

Police update after Celtic's title bash in Glasgow - as probe remains ongoing <i>(Image: Newsquest)</i>
Police update after Celtic's title bash in Glasgow - as probe remains ongoing (Image: Newsquest)
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Police have revealed 20 people have now been arrested following Celtic fans' title bash in Glasgow.

Hoops supporters flocked to the Glasgow Cross and Trongate areas on Saturday, May 17, to celebrate their club's Scottish Premiership league title success.

Cops have now said that following alleged disorder at the unofficial event, a total of 20 people have been nicked.

In addition, 17 people have been charged and four have been reported in connection with alleged offences, including being in possession of pyrotechnics or offensive weapons, assault, and public order.

An investigation into the reported disorder remains ongoing.


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A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "In relation to disorder in the Glasgow Cross and Trongate areas of Glasgow following Celtic FC winning the Scottish Premiership title on Saturday, May 17, a total of 20 people have now been arrested.

"In addition, 17 people have been charged and four have been reported in connection with offences including being in possession of pyrotechnics or offensive weapons, assault and public order.

"Enquiries remain ongoing into further reports."

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