Probe into ‘racial abuse’ of Ross County star after Rangers match

Regan Charles-Cook scored for the Highland side during his team's draw with Rangers on Saturday.

Probe into ‘racial abuse’ of Ross County star after Rangers matchSNS Group

Police have launched an investigation following claims a Ross County player was racially abused online after his team’s draw with Rangers.

Regan Charles-Cook scored for the Highland side during the 3-3 cinch Premiership clash in Dingwall on Saturday.

He is now the leading goalscorer in the league.

Post-match, the 24-year-old posted on Twitter: “I am extremely hurt and frustrated to come off the pitch today and be left multiple messages of racist abuse.

“This makes us stronger and we will continue to fight against racism!”

A Police Scotland spokesperson said the force is “aware of the matter and looking into it”.

In a statement, Ross County added: “ We will give Regan all of our support and will work with the police and relevant parties to ensure these messages are properly dealt with.”

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