The Justice Secretary has slammed Celtic fans for showing "disgraceful" violence towards police at Parkhead this evening.
Hundreds of supporters flooded the grounds of the East End stadium in their calls for the departure of club manager, Neil Lennon after a 2-0 defeat to Ross County.
Humza Yousaf has described the scenes as "utterly disgraceful" as reminded the "minority" of fans the force has been "front and centre at keeping us safe during this pandemic".
Utterly disgraceful scenes outside of Celtic Park from a minority of fans tonight with violence aimed towards Police. Officers have been front & centre keeping us safe during this pandemic, to treat them this way at any time is shameful, to do it during these times is a disgrace.
— Humza Yousaf (@HumzaYousaf) November 29, 2020
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A Tweet reads: "Utterly disgraceful scenes outside of Celtic Park from a minority of fans tonight with violence aimed towards Police.
"Officers have been front and centre keeping us safe during this pandemic, to treat them this way at any time is shameful, to do it during these times is a disgrace."
Police confirmed two officers have sustained minor injuries as a result of the protest, meanwhile no arrests have been made.
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Superintendent Stevie Dolan, Greater Glasgow Division said: "We strongly condemn these actions and remind fans that enforcement options remain at our disposal.
"The Scottish Government regulations are clear that protests are prohibited in areas under level four restrictions and we would urge people to find alternative ways to protest to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
"Disorder of any sort will not be tolerated and appropriate action will be taken where any offences are identified."
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