Three men were arrested in Edinburgh before a football match for pyrotechnic-related offenses.

Three men were arrested and charged after pyrotechnic incidents in Edinburgh before the Hearts vs Hibs football match on Boxing Day. A 17-year-old and a 28-year-old faced charges for possessing pyrotechnics, while a 39-year-old was charged for setting them off. Police are also investigating the use of four smoke devices inside the stadium during the game, which Hibs won 2-1. Authorities highlighted the criminal nature of such acts and their potential harm to vulnerable groups.

December 27, 2024
4 Articles

Further Reading