Three charged after eggs and stones thrown at officers during protest in Fife

Three people have been charged after eggs and stones were thrown at officers during a protest in Fife.

A crowd of between 80 and 100 people gathered outside a property on Pirnie Street, Methilhill in the Levenmouth area, at around 4.40pm on Sunday.

Uniformed officers and specially trained public order officers were called after the crowd became abusive towards police, throwing eggs and stones at them.

Police Scotland said no one required hospital treatment.

Three men, aged 22, 38 and 47, were arrested and charged in connection with the disorder.

The 38-year-old was also arrested and charged in connection with assault.

They were all released on an undertaking to appear at court at a later date.

A 36-year-old woman and a 15-year-old female have also been charged in connection with vandalising property.

The force is urging anyone with information regarding the disturbance to come forward.

Chief Superintendent Derek McEwan said: “Violence towards officers while carrying out their duties will not be tolerated and the behaviour they faced last night was unacceptable. Police officers are also members of the community and it is fortunate someone was not seriously injured.

“We understand there are strong feelings in the local area but that is no excuse for violence or disorder. We are particularly concerned with the number of children present last night.

“Officers continue to carry out enquiries, including reviewing video footage of the event to identify those who were involved.

“There was a protest at the same property on Friday, August 1, 2025 and officers are also carrying out enquiries in relation to this incident.

“My message is that anyone taking part in disorder, or inciting or encouraging others to be involved, should expect to be identified and charged accordingly.”