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STV News
20-05-2025
- STV News
Police make 20 arrests following 'disorder' at Celtic title celebrations
Twenty people have been arrested after thousands of Celtic fans gathered in Glasgow to celebrate the team lifting the Scottish Premiership trophy. Supporters gathered in the Glasgow Cross and Trongate areas on Saturday despite pleas from Celtic, Glasgow City Council, and Police Scotland. The area was eventually closed to vehicles, with some fans climbing traffic lights and the Mercat Tower. Police confirmed on Tuesday that a total of 20 people have been arrested. In addition, 17 people have been charged and four have been reported in connection with offences including being in possession of pyrotechnics or offensive weapons, assault, and public order. Police previously said six fixed penalty notices and four recorded police warnings were also issued after the 1-1 draw against St Mirren. Glasgow City Council was left with a £73,000 repair bill for the Mercat Cross following celebrations in 2024, with the repairs still to go ahead. Chief superintendent Emma Croft, the divisional commander for the greater Glasgow division, said a 'significant majority' of those in attendance were 'highly intoxicated'. 'While some fans respected the appeal from police and partners to act responsibly, thousands didn't and descended on Glasgow Cross, causing significant disruption to the city,' she said. 'This mass assembly of people also had an impact on some local businesses who took the decision to close early or completely as a consequence. 'A significant majority of those who congregated were highly intoxicated, with evidence of drug misuse requiring medical intervention. A number of people were admitted to local hospitals as a consequence. 'There were numerous incidents of anti-social behaviour, including the reckless discharge of pyrotechnics. Several people scaled the Mercat Tower and other street furniture requiring assistance. 'Officers took decisive action to clear the area and prevent further disorder when it was safe to do so. Thankfully, there were no reports of injuries to officers. 'We will continue to work with partners to achieve a safer and less disruptive way for fans to celebrate safely.' Investigations into the disorder are ongoing. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Daily Record
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
Celtic Trongate title party arrest numbers rise to 20 people after fan chaos
Officers have made more arrests after Celtic fans gathered in Glasgow city centre to celebrate their club's league success. A total of 20 people have been arrested after Celtic fans celebrated their team lifting the Scottish Premiership trophy on Saturday. Thousands of Hoops supporters descended on Glasgow's Merchant City and Trongate on Saturday for celebrations after Brendan Rodgers' side were presented with the trophy following a 1-1 draw with St Mirren. Police Scotland confirmed that 20 people have now been arrested in relation to disorder caused in the Glasgow Cross and Trongate areas. Alongside this, 17 people have been charged and four have been reported in connection with offences, including being in possession of pyrotechnics or offensive weapons, assault and public order. The force confirmed that enquiries remain ongoing. The Green Brigade X account North Curve Celtic encouraged fans to attend, posting a graphic on social media: " Trongate Title Party. Saturday 17 May. After Celtic v St. Mirren. Fly the flag." Last year, 19 people were arrested and four officers injured as fans set off flares and fireworks, climbed onto traffic lights and bus stops, and vandalised shop fronts and street furniture. On Sunday, we reported that a significant amount of alcohol and pyrotechnics were also pro-actively seized by officers before, during and after the match and from people at the gathering. Chief Superintendent Emma Croft, Divisional Commander, Greater Glasgow Division, said: 'While some fans respected the appeal from police and partners to act responsibly, thousands didn't and descended on Glasgow Cross causing significant disruption to the city. 'This mass assembly of people also had an impact on some local businesses who took the decision to close early or completely as a consequence. 'A significant majority of those who congregated were highly intoxicated, with evidence of drug misuse requiring medical intervention. A number of people were admitted to local hospitals as a consequence. 'There were numerous incidents of anti-social behaviour including the reckless discharge of pyrotechnics. Several people scaled the Mercat Tower and other street furniture requiring assistance. 'Officers took decisive action to clear the area and prevent further disorder when it was safe to do so. Thankfully there were no reports of injuries to officers. 'We will continue to work with partners to achieve a safer and less disruptive way for fans to celebrate safely.' The arrests came after thousands of fans flooded to the Trongate area despite calls from the club, council and police to stay away on Friday. Videos online showed fights breaking out in the gathering crowds as fans were spotted scaling traffic lights and the famous Mercat Cross, as well as Merchant City signs in the area. Scotland's First Minister John Swinney condemned the actions. He said: "I am very concerned by what I saw over the weekend. I understand football supporters want to celebrate the performance of their team. I don't doubt that, or say I don't understand it. Of course I understand it. "But it shouldn't be at expense of other people. Whether its a supporter, it appears, from the Aberdeen end throwing a chair that injures an Aberdeen player, a quite serious injury from what I can see. "Nor the disruption in the centre of Glasgow, where the city was damaged and disrupted. Lives were disrupted, and there's a lot of cleaning up that's got to fall on the City Council. "I'm all for people celebrating, I quite understand it, but not at the expense of others." Roads were closed and bus shelters taken down in preparation for the huge event, which left the area strewn in rubbish. A spokesperson for Merchant City and Trongate Community Council (MCTCC) said: 'Once more, streets in the centre of Glasgow were taken over by thousands and thousands of Celtic supporters and turned into a No Go area for residents, businesses, and traffic, including emergency services and public transport. 'An historic monument, traffic lights and a subway station roof were climbed upon. Flares and firecrackers were set off. Normal life in and around Glasgow Cross and Trongate was brought to a standstill. 'Several hundred police did their duty at great cost to the public purse. Glasgow City Council cleansing staff faced the massive task of clearing up the mess - yet another expense to taxpayers. 'At the 11th hour, Celtic Football Club issued a statement the previous day asking their fans not to congregate en masse, noting it would be an unauthorised gathering. 'While we are grateful that, at long last, the Club spoke out, at least 15,000 fans ignored the belated appeal. 'It is clear Celtic cannot control its supporters when they take to the streets. We repeat our request, made two years ago, that should there be another such occasion the Club organises - at its cost - its own celebration at Parkhead, the Emirates across the road from the stadium, Glasgow Green or any other venue of its choice. 'This cannot be allowed to happen for a fourth successive year. We shall be reviewing Saturday's events with Glasgow City Council, the police and our Scottish Parliamentary representatives, and will continue to press for urgent actions by all parties involved.' A heated altercation also unfolded in George Square in the city centre on Saturday morning as Hoops fans heading to Celtic Park collided with the Orange Order's VE Day 80th anniversary parade. Footage emerged showing objects being thrown between the crowds. A number of cans and bottles were seen flying through the air after being lobbed in the direction of the Celtic fans. 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Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Nine arrested after 'disruptive' Celtic title celebrations
Police made nine arrests as thousands of Celtic fans attended an unofficial street "title party" after the club lifted the Scottish Premiership trophy. Officers also confirmed 15 people were charged in connection with offences including being in possession of pyrotechnics or offensive weapons, assault and public order. Supporters gathered in the Glasgow Cross and Trongate areas despite a plea by Celtic for people not to attend due to safety fears and concerns from local residents. Chief Supt Emma Croft said a "significant majority" of fans were "highly intoxicated" and some were hospitalised for suspected drug misuse. Police Scotland said six fixed penalty notices and four recorded police warnings were also issued after the 1-1 draw against St Mirren. The club won its 55th league title last month but the trophy presentation traditionally takes place on the final day of the season. The celebrations appeared to be smaller in scale than the 2024 event, which led to 19 arrests and left four officers injured. Of the arrests on Saturday, three were made at the match - which kicked off at 12:30 - and six were made in the city centre. Around 500 police officers were on duty after previous events attracted anti-social behaviour, damage and disruption to the local area. The gatherings were not supported by the force or Glasgow City Council, which said similar previous unofficial events "robbed the public purse" and described them as "disruptive". The celebrations came on the same day a major Orange walk took place in the city, although it passed off without incident in the morning. Chief Supt Emma Croft, divisional commander of Greater Glasgow Division, said: "While some fans respected the appeal from police and partners to act responsibly, thousands didn't and descended on Glasgow Cross causing significant disruption to the city. "This mass assembly of people also had an impact on some local businesses who took the decision to close early or completely as a consequence." Bus shelters in the area were dismantled ahead of the match to prevent fans climbing on the roofs but many scaled other structures, including signs and traffic lights. Smoke bombs were also let off as a police helicopter monitored the crowds from the air. Chief Supt Croft said: "There were numerous incidents of anti-social behaviour including the reckless discharge of pyrotechnics. "Several people scaled the Mercat Tower and other street furniture. "Officers took decisive action to clear the area and prevent further disorder when it was safe to do so." Chief Supt Croft said the force would continue to work with partners to achieve "a safer and less disruptive way for fans to celebrate safely". Celtic fans attend unofficial title party despite club appeal Celtic fans warned to stay away from 'title party'
BBC News
18-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Nine arrested after 'disruptive' Celtic title celebrations
Police made nine arrests as thousands of Celtic fans attended an unofficial street "title party" after the club lifted the Scottish Premiership trophy. Officers also confirmed 15 people were charged in connection with offences including being in possession of pyrotechnics or offensive weapons, assault and public gathered in the Glasgow Cross and Trongate areas despite a plea by Celtic for people not to attend due to safety fears and concerns from local Supt Emma Croft said a "significant majority" of fans were "highly intoxicated" and some were hospitalised for suspected drug misuse. Police Scotland said six fixed penalty notices and four recorded police warnings were also issued after the 1-1 draw against St club won its 55th league title last month but the trophy presentation traditionally takes place on the final day of the celebrations appeared to be smaller in scale than the 2024 event, which led to 19 arrests and left four officers the arrests on Saturday, three were made at the match - which kicked off at 12:30 - and six were made in the city 500 police officers were on duty after previous events attracted anti-social behaviour, damage and disruption to the local gatherings were not supported by the force or Glasgow City Council, which said similar previous unofficial events "robbed the public purse" and described them as "disruptive".The celebrations came on the same day a major Orange walk took place in the city, although it passed off without incident in the morning. Chief Supt Emma Croft, divisional commander of Greater Glasgow Division, said: "While some fans respected the appeal from police and partners to act responsibly, thousands didn't and descended on Glasgow Cross causing significant disruption to the city."This mass assembly of people also had an impact on some local businesses who took the decision to close early or completely as a consequence."Bus shelters in the area were dismantled ahead of the match to prevent fans climbing on the roofs but many scaled other structures, including signs and traffic bombs were also let off as a police helicopter monitored the crowds from the Supt Croft said: "There were numerous incidents of anti-social behaviour including the reckless discharge of pyrotechnics. "Several people scaled the Mercat Tower and other street furniture."Officers took decisive action to clear the area and prevent further disorder when it was safe to do so."Chief Supt Croft said the force would continue to work with partners to achieve "a safer and less disruptive way for fans to celebrate safely".
Scottish Sun
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Nine arrested at Celtic fans' trophy day street party as 15 also charged over pyros and weapons
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) COPS have charged FIFTEEN people following Celtic fans' boozy title party in Glasgow city centre with nine arrests made. Thousands of Hoops fans gathered in the Trongate area to celebrate their team receiving the Scottish Premiership trophy. Sign up for the Celtic newsletter Sign up 3 Thousands of Celtic fans gathered in Merchant City Credit: Alamy 3 Cops were on the scene in Glasgow Credit: Roddy Scott 3 Cops have confirmed nine arrests were made Credit: Alamy The Celtic players received the silverware following the 1-1 draw with St Mirren at Parkhead, the final match of the season. Away from Celtic Park, there was a huge gathering of supporters in the city. The unofficial title party has become an annual event with thousands flocking to the areas surrounding the Merchant City. There were shocking scenes of violence while fans were spotted climbing traffic lights and setting off pyrotechnics. Police Scotland and Glasgow City Council had urged fans NOT to gather but thousands still made the trip. Now, cops have revealed nine arrests were made in total - three at the game and six in the city centre. 15 people have been charged in connection with several offences. These include possession of pyrotechnics or offensive weapons, assault and public order offences. Six fixed penalty notices were also dished out as well as four recorded police warnings. Chief Superintendent Emma Croft, Divisional Commander, Greater Glasgow Division, said: 'While some fans respected the appeal from police and partners to act responsibly, thousands didn't and descended on Glasgow Cross causing significant disruption to the city. Celtic fans enjoy title party as they celebrate team lifting Premioership trophy 'This mass assembly of people also had an impact on some local businesses who took the decision to close early or completely as a consequence. 'A significant majority of those who congregated were highly intoxicated, with evidence of drug misuse requiring medical intervention. A number of people were admitted to local hospitals as a consequence. 'There were numerous incidents of anti-social behaviour including the reckless discharge of pyrotechnics. Several people scaled the Mercat Tower and other street furniture requiring assistance. 'Officers took decisive action to clear the area and prevent further disorder when it was safe to do so. Thankfully there were no reports of injuries to officers. 'We will continue to work with partners to achieve a safer and less disruptive way for fans to celebrate safely.' Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
