27 October 2011 15:54
Football Disorder, Edinburgh
Lothian and Borders Police are appealing for witnesses following
football-related violence and disorder in Edinburgh.
The incident happened around 8.50pm yesterday (Wednesday) outside
the International Bar on Brougham Place.
A coach that had travelled from Glasgow to Edinburgh stopped
outside the bar and was vandalised by a number of individuals who
had been drinking within.
A fight then broke out and two men aged 22 and 23, who were
passengers on the coach were taken to the ERI for treatment to
minor head injuries.
The bus sustained three broken windows during the incident and
police are now urging the public to come forward and assist
officers in identifying those responsible.
Detective Sergeant Mike Leask said: 'This disorder has been
pre-organised by those involved in football-related violence and
has resulted in two men requiring hospital treatment.
'The coach also sustained significant damage and the disturbance
will have undoubtedly unsettled local residents and
businesses.
'Lothian and Borders Police will not tolerate violence and disorder
in any form and are currently carrying out a robust investigation
to identify everyone involved in last night's incident.
'Last month, officers made numerous arrests across Edinburgh and
East Lothian as part of a post-match operation following disorder
at a friendly match in August.
'The public can rest assured, we will be undertaking similar
enquiries to bring these culprit's to justice and anyone who can
assist with our investigation is asked to contact police
immediately.'
Anyone with any information can contact Lothian and Borders Police
on 0131 311 3131, or the charity Crimestoppers in confidence and
complete anonymity on 0800 555 111.
