Man arrested in London after Trump Turnberry course trashed in pro-Palestine protest
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A MAN has been arrested and charged after the golf course at Trump Turnberry was damaged.
The iconic Ayrshire resort was daubed with pro-Palestine graffiti during a protest on March 8.
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Another man has been charged after Trump Turnberry golf course was vandalised
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Pro-Palestine demonstrators targeted the popular Ayrshire resort with red spray paint
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A 57-year-old man has been arrested and charged in London today.
The suspect has been released on an undertaking and he is expected to appear at court at a later date.
Shocking expletives and derogatory insults about the US President were scrawled across the luxury coastal resort.
The exterior of the clubhouse was splattered with red paint all over the walls and windows while 'F***k Trump' was sprayed on the lavish entrance gates.
Officers were alerted around 4.40am on March 8.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "A 57-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with damage to a golf course at a premises on Maidens Road, Turnberry.
"He was arrested in London on Tuesday, 24 June, 2025.
"The incident was reported around 4.40am on Saturday, 8 March, 2025.
"The 57-year-old has been released on an undertaking and will appear at court at a later date."
The latest arrest comes after two people were charged in April.
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