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John-Paul Clark

Celtic v Rangers cops launch manhunt after fans clash outside Hampden

Police are appealing for information after Celtic and Rangers fans clashed before the League Cup Final outside Hampden Park.

The rival mobs encountered one and other at around 8:50am on Sunday, February 26 as they made their way to the stadium to set up displays.

Footage from the scene shows a huge pitch battle as the fans fought running battles outside the stadium.

Cops struggled to keep the fans apart as they traded punches and threw missiles at one and other.

No arrests were made during the incident but police have confirmed they have now launched a probe to try and find the culprits.

Detective Inspector Darren Munogee, who is leading the investigation, stated that Police Scotland will be writing to football authorities about the matter and went onto say they are determined to 'indentify those responsible.'

He said: “Prior to the match fans from both clubs were granted pre-arranged access, by the stadium operator, to set up displays – Celtic on Saturday, 25 February, and Rangers on the morning before the match on Sunday, 26 February.

“A proportionate stewarding and policing operation to support and facilitate this was in place.

“Supporters intent on disorder clashed outside the stadium on and around Somerville Drive with police intervention required to prevent escalation and disperse both sets of supporters.

“Officers acted swiftly in challenging circumstances to deal with what amounted to totally unacceptable behaviour. It was fortunate that no one was seriously injured.

“Police Scotland will be writing to the football authorities and clubs with an expectation that they will review the circumstances and take appropriate action moving forward, we are committed to working with them in this regard.

“We are determined to identify those responsible and bring them to justice. We are asking anyone with information that can assist with our enquiries to get in touch.”

Anyone who can help officers with their investigation is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 0933 of Saturday, 26 February, 2023, or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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