Pair smashed windows and threw fireworks at public during Bonfire Night disorder

Two men who were involved in disorder during Halloween and Bonfire Night in Edinburgh in 2024 have been sentenced.

Jamie Hogg was part of a group that caused significant damage to the outside of Moredun House, Marytee House, Little France House and Castleview House, all in Craigour Green in Edinburgh, on October 31.

A total of 45 windows were smashed, causing around £50,000 worth of damage.

The group were also involved in setting off fireworks towards members of the public.

Hogg, alongside Kevin Lankiewicz, then smashed the windows of a shop on Moredun Park Road and set off fireworks towards the public and vehicles on November 5.

The pair were arrested and charged in November 2024 as part of Operation Crackle.

At sentencing, Hogg, who is now 19, was given an 18-month custodial sentence.

Lankiewicz, 22, was given a Restriction of Liberty Order that prohibits him from leaving his home address between 7pm and 5am each day.

Supt Neil Wilson from Edinburgh Division said: “In 2024, we saw various incidents of unacceptable disorder and violence across the city during the Halloween and Bonfire Night period, and both Hogg and Lankiewicz played a significant role in the offences experienced within the Moredun area.

“Extensive evidence was gathered prior to their arrests, and this subsequently resulted in their conviction and sentencing, which is a timely reminder ahead of Bonfire Night 2026 that we will utilise all resources at our disposal to bring those responsible for such offences to justice.