Appeal after disorder in Helensburgh

Officers are appealing for information after disorder in a residential area of Helensburgh.

Police Scotland received a report of a crowd gathering at a property at Buchanan Road, Helensburgh from 7.30pm on Monday, 28 April, 2025.

Officers attended and the crowd initially were peaceful, however, the gathering descended into disorder. Fireworks were thrown at a property and some of the attendees behaved in a reckless manner.

The crowd moved to the Johnson Court area of the town around 10.40pm before dispersing a short time later.

There were no arrests and no reports of any injuries.

Chief Inspector James McArthur said: "The disorderly behaviour that we saw last night was completely unacceptable.

"This incident continued until late at night, on a residential street and left members of our community frightened.

"Fireworks were thrown at a house that could have caused serious injuries to a member of the public.

"Anyone conducting themselves in a disorderly fashion or carrying out anti social behaviour will be dealt with with the full extent of powers available."

Anyone with information on this incident should contact 101 quoting reference 1827 of 28 April.