Seven arrested following disorder at St Johnstone vs Hibernian match
Police say disorder took place at McDiarmid Park before, during and after the match
Seven people have been arrested following disorder at the St Johnstone vs Hibernian match on Sunday 6th September.
Incidents of disorder took place before, during and after the match at McDiarmid Park in Perth and on the rail network post-match.
Today, 14th October, five men, aged between 18 and 25, and two 16-year-old males, were arrested and charged in connection.
Police say a further three male youths have also been charged in connection.
Two males, aged between 24 and 17, have already been arrested and charged following inquires into the disorder, which officers say remains ongoing.
Police say they will all be subject to reports to the Procurator Fiscal and relevant youth justice authorities.
'Disorder of any kind will not be tolerated'
Inspector David Rice said: “This has been a joint investigation with British Transport Police (BTP) and our enquiries remain ongoing to trace those responsible.
“Disorder of any kind will not be tolerated and anyone involved will face the consequences.”
BTP Detective Chief Inspector Marc Francey said: “I’m extremely proud of the intensive police work that has enabled us to identify and locate these individuals and hope this acts as a stark reminder to anyone displaying violence on the rail network. We will never tolerate it."
Following the match, won 2-1 by the home side, St Johnstone released a statement, saying: "St Johnstone Football Club is aware of the concerns raised from our supporters following the Hibs match on Sunday.
"The club is currently carrying out a full review of the circumstances.
"The club is undertaking internal discussions and investigating the matters raised to ensure that all relevant information is properly considered.
"We would ask for patience while this process is completed. Further information will be made available once the club has concluded its investigation and is in a position to provide an update."