Police set up dedicated team to investigate disorder after Hibs v Motherwell game

Police are appealing for information following disorder after the football match between Hibs and Motherwell at the weekend.

On Saturday, 5 October 2024, incidents of violence and disorder were directed towards officers in the St Andrew Square area of Edinburgh after the conclusion of the game.

Four officers suffered minor injuries as a result and four men aged 16, 17, 18 and 22 were charged in connection with incidents of violence and disorder. They were released on an undertaking to appear in court at a later date.

Two other people were also arrested and later released without charge.

Chief Inspector Craig Rogerson said: “We have a zero-tolerance approach to violence of any kind and are working to identify those responsible and bring them to justice.

“A proportionate policing plan was in place and officers being targeted with violence while carrying out their duties is wholly unacceptable.”

“Officers acted swiftly in challenging circumstances to deal with what amounted to totally unacceptable behaviour.”

“A dedicated team of officers are carrying out enquiries to identify those involved and appropriate action will be taken.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 1311 of 5 October 2024.