Two men to appear in court after protests in Dundee

Two men are to appear in court after being arrested at protests in Dundee.

Police say a 38-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with threatening and abusive behaviour on Reid Square in Dundee on Sunday, December 28.

He was released on an undertaking to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court at a later date and a report has been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

Enquiries remain ongoing following the protest.

Officers also arrested and charged a 58-year-old man in connection with a disturbance at a premises on Broughty Ferry Road in the city on Monday.

He is due to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court on Wednesday.

Chief inspector Colin Echevarria said: “Police Scotland is a rights-based organisation and our role is to ensure public safety while balancing the rights of protesters who wish to peacefully demonstrate.

“We remain committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone in our communities.”