Man charged as investigation into Old Firm disorder continues

Another man has been charged as part of an investigation into disorder at an Old Firm derby at Ibrox.

Fans clashed on the field after Celtic knocked Rangers out of the Scottish Cup on penalties on March 8.

Police have made a number of arrests following the violence, which saw officers, supporters, members of coaching staff, and players assaulted.

A ten-year-old child was also struck by a coin as items, including pyrotechnics, were thrown by supporters.

Officers have now charged a 25-year-old man with culpable and reckless conduct and serious assault. He is due to appear in court at a later date.

Earlier this month, four men aged 20, 26, 30 and 47 were arrested and charged and have been released on an undertaking to appear at court at a later date.

It came days after two men, aged 25 and 46, were arrested and charged in connection with culpable and reckless conduct.

A 27-year-old man has also been charged in connection with offences including breach of the peace, possessing an offensive weapon, and assaulting a police officer.

Following the disorder, Rangers said they agreed that a full independent review into the events surrounding the match should be conducted.

The Ibrox side warned of sanctions, potential withdrawal of ticketing privileges and stadium bans should individuals be identified and convicted of offences connected to the match.

Celtic’s interim chairman, Brian Wilson, said the club would “work closely” with Police Scotland and said concerns about access arrangements prior to the game would be addressed with officers, the SFA and Rangers.

Anyone with information on the disorder can call 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Information can also be sent directly to the investigation team.

The Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) is a website that gives the public access to a form to pass information, images and footage directly to the Major Investigation Team and can be accessed here: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/SCOT26G03-PO1