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Jon Hebditch

CCTV of man at Rangers title party wanted by cops after brutal assault in George Square

Cops have released CCTV pictures of a man they want to speak to after a serious assault in George Square amid chaos from the Rangers title celebrations.

Some 15,000 are thought to have taken to Glasgow city centre after the Light Blues officially won the league on the last game of the season on Saturday, May 15.

But there were scenes of violence including attacks on police and fights among other supporters.

Now cops have put out CCTV images of a man they think can help with their probe into a serious assault on the central square around 11pm.

Cops want to speak. to this man (Police Scotland)

The man in the images is described as white, with short fair hair and a heavy build. He was wearing a light grey hoodie, black combat trousers and blue trainers.

He was also carrying a white plastic bag.

Detective Constable Leigh-Ann Sutherland, of Helen Street Police Station, said: “There was a large crowd gathered in George Square at the time of this assault and I am appealing to anyone who saw what happened to get in touch.

“The man in the image, or anyone who can help with enquiries is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1055 of Saturday, 15 May, 2021. You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

(Daily Record)

Five cops were injured, some seriously, after thugs pelted officers with explosives and other items during running battles around the square.

Violence spilled out onto surrounding streets with a horrific attack caught on camera of a man being punched and kicked.

It is estimated some 15,000 swarmed into the city centre, with many gathering outside Ibrox during Ranger's game against Aberdeen.

Police and Rangers bosses had issued stern warnings against any gatherings which are banned due to coronavirus legislation.

The rate of infection is higher than in other parts of Scotland.

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