Stranraer FC volunteer suspended after being charged by police
The 78-year-old man was arrested in connection with alleged indecent online communications, and is due in court at a later date
A Stranraer FC volunteer has been suspended by the club, after he was arrested and charged in connection with alleged indecent online communications.
The 78-year-old man was taken in for questioning after police were called to Stirling train station on Tuesday evening.
He is due to appear in court at a later date.
In a statement the club said: “Stranraer FC have been made aware of serious allegations involving a club volunteer.
“The club is taking this matter extremely seriously and have taken immediate action to suspend the individual whilst the police conduct their investigation.
“At this time, we will not be making any further comment.”
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "A 78-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with alleged indecent online communications.
"Officers were called to the Chandlers Court area of Stirling regarding the allegation around 6pm on Tuesday, 11 February, 2025.
“He is expected to appear at Stirling Sheriff Court at a later date.”