Five people charged following a gathering and disturbance in Methilhill
Following a gathering and disturbance in the Methilhill area on Sunday, 3 August, a further five people have been charged.
We were made aware of a group gathered and a disturbance at a property on Pirnie Street.
The crowd became abusive towards police, throwing eggs and stones at them. No-one required hospital treatment.
Four males, aged 14, 15, 17 and 23, and a female, aged 16, have been charged in connection with public order related offences and will be reported to the Procurator Fiscal.
This is in addition to the three men, aged 22, 38 and 47, and two females, aged 36 and 15, who were previously charged in connection with disorder.
Officers are aware of a further planned gathering on Friday, 8 August, and would encourage people not to engage in anti-social behaviour or disorder.
Chief Inspector Craig Fraser said: “The violence officers experienced while carrying out their duties was unacceptable and we would encourage people not to get involved in further disorder.
"We understand there are strong feelings in the local area but that is no excuse for violence or disorder. We are particularly concerned with the number of children who have been present.
“Our enquiries into these gatherings are ongoing as we work to identify further individuals involved in this incident.
“Anyone taking part in disorder, or inciting or encouraging others to be involved, should expect to be identified and charged accordingly.”
