Forty-three people arrested after 'bricks and fireworks' thrown at police on Bonfire Night

A total of 43 people have been arrested across Scotland after “bricks and fireworks” were thrown at police during Bonfire Night disorder.

Specially trained riot officers were deployed to the Pollokshields area after violent scenes unfolded on November 5.

Groups of youths reportedly targeted emergency services, vehicles and public property with projectiles, including fireworks, bricks and other items.

Police said no officers were injured during the reposnse but added the incidents caused “significant disruption and alarm” to the public.

On Friday, officers attended six addresses in Pollokshields, Darnley, and Paisley as part of ongoing investigations.

Police confirmed two men, aged 19 and 24, a 39-year-old woman, two male youths, aged 14, and a further two male youths, aged 15 and 16, were arrested and charged in connection.

The further seven arrests in connection with the disorder brings the total to 43 across Scotland.

A criminal investigation was launched on Wednesday, November 6.

A 20-year-old man was previously charged and reported to the Procurator Fiscal.

A 17-year-old male youth was charged in connection with fireworks offences on November 5.

A total of nine people have now been arrested and charged in connection with offences in the Pollokshields area.

An investigation into the unrest is ongoing with the force urging anyone with information to come forward.

Inspector Graeme Hogg said: “We assured the public in the wake of the disorder that everyone responsible would be brought to justice and that remains the case.

“Enforcement is just one area of our work and many months were spent before November engaging with communities and partners in our efforts to keep people safe.

“This activity shows we will not tolerate criminality and ensure those who are involved in violence and disorder are identified and reported to the relevant authorities.

“I would like to thank the local communities who have assisted with and supported our enquiries but we still need your help to identify and trace all those involved in the disorder.

“The public have a really important role to play by sharing any information or evidence they have, and they can do this via our Major Incident Public Portal, calling 101, or making an anonymous report to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”