Five more arrests following disorder after Hibs v Motherwell game

Police officers investigating disorder following the Hibs v Motherwell match that took place at Easter Road on Saturday, 5 October, 2024, have made more arrests. 

Four men, two aged 19, one aged 18 and one aged 24, along with a 16-year-old male youth, have been arrested and charged in connection with incidents in the St Andrew Square area. 

They have been released on an undertaking to appear in court on a later date.  

Football banning orders are being sought. 

Chief Inspector Craig Rogerson said: “Officers work hard to create a safe environment not just at football matches but also after the event.  

“These arrests send a strong message that we will not tolerate football related disorder in any form.”