Seven more arrests made over Bonfire Night trouble in Pollokshields
Officers attended six addresses in Pollokshields, Darnley and Paisley as part of the investigations to carry out the arrests.
Two men aged 19 and 24, a 39-year-old woman, two male youths aged 14 and a futher two aged 15 and 16 were all arrested and charged.
Local officers were supported by specialist colleagues from Operation Moonbeam and alongside other emergency services, they faced challenges in Pollokshields as groups of youths targeted police officers, vehicles, and public property with missiles including fireworks.
No officers were injured but a criminal investigation was launched due to the incident which caused alarm and disruption to the area.
No officers were injured during this time, however, the incidents caused significant disruption and alarm to the public.
The seven arrests brings the total number charged in connection with the Pollokshields trouble to nine.
Inspector Graeme Hogg said: “We assured the public in the wake of the disorder that everyone responsible would be brought to justice and that remains the case.
“Enforcement is just one area of our work and many months were spent before November engaging with communities and partners in our efforts to keep people safe.
“This activity shows we will not tolerate criminality and ensure those who are involved in violence and disorder are identified and reported to the relevant authorities.
“I would like to thank the local communities who have assisted with and supported our enquiries but we still need your help to identify and trace all those involved in the disorder.
“The public have a really important role to play by sharing any information or evidence they have, and they can do this via our Major Incident Public Portal, calling 101, or making an anonymous report to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
Seven more arrests made over Bonfire Night trouble in Pollokshields
