Man charged over racially motivated assault on man in Glasgow last month

A 29-year-old man's been arrested and charged in connection with a racially aggravated assault on a 31-year-old man on Bridge Street in Glasgow last month.

Officers have been targeting properties in Govan and Pollokshields this morning as part of a planned day of action following disorder around the city on Saturday 25th July.

He's due to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Wednesday, 12 August.

Fifteen people were arrested on Saturday, 25 July, for a range of offences including assault, possession of offensive weapons, breach of the peace, obstruction and resisting arrest. Several weapons were also recovered.

Chief Superintendent Emma Croft, divisional commander for Greater Glasgow, said: "Today's operation is the result of extensive investigations carried out by a dedicated team of detectives over the last few weeks.

"I hope this action makes it clear to those intent on being involved in violence and disorder that we will not give up and you will be brought to justice.

"The level of disorder, violence and intimidation we saw in Glasgow on Saturday, 25 July, was nothing short of disgraceful.

"I want to make it clear – there will be further arrests. If you were involved in these deplorable acts, you should expect our officers to be knocking on your door."

Detectives say they'll continue to review CCTV and dashcam footage to identify people connected to the anti-social behaviour.

Emma added: "Violence, disorder, hate crime and threatening behaviour that poses a risk to safety is not legitimate protest. Anyone who engages in these offences will be dealt with swiftly and robustly.

"Policing in Scotland has strong relationships with the public and we are grateful for the ongoing support of our communities.

"I would encourage anyone with any information, or concerns, to contact our officers via 101 quoting Operation Cornstarch."

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