Appeal for information following disorder before football match in Ayr

Officers are appealing for information following disorder before a recent football match between Ayr United and Partick Thistle.

Around 7.15pm on Friday, 9 May, 2025, we were made aware of a large group of people involved in disorder on River Street in Ayr.

The group later dispersed, and one police officer suffered minor injuries during the incident.

Enquiries are ongoing to trace those involved.

Chief Inspector Stuart Dougan said “A proportionate policing plan was in place for the match and no further issues were identified, but I want to make it clear we have a zero-tolerance approach to disorder such as that seen at River Street.

“Officers acted swiftly in challenging circumstances to deal with what amounted to totally unacceptable behaviour.

“A dedicated team of officers are carrying out enquiries to identify those involved and appropriate action will be taken.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident 3236 of 9 May.