The "disgraceful" abuse of Edinburgh bus drivers has prompted police to plan extra action in and around the city this weekend.
Officers will be conducting additional patrols in various locations around the Scottish capital to ensure there's no further anti-social behaviour on or around bus services.
This comes after various incidents were reported in recent weeks, with large groups of youths causing disruption and even the temporary suspension of some journeys.
It was reported earlier today that an Edinburgh bus driver said he was left scared to board a bus after somebody launched a rock through his window. He said the incident left him suffering "nightmares" and he is now seeking help for the issue.
In a video released by Lothian Buses, the driver describes the moment a young person banged on his bus before launching a rock at the vehicle.
"I automatically lent to the side, and then just as I turned back up I could see the rock coming towards my driver's window, and it just shattered.
"I was given an emergency appointment at the eye hospital the next morning, and they said 'yeah you've got some abrasions but your cornea will heal."
He added: "I'm normally a very confident person but this has wiped me out. Even the thought of going on a bus is now causing me quite big problems."
On Monday we reported that a Lothian Buses driver was assaulted by a group of youths who were trying to tamper with his bus near Corstorphine Hill.
Police have launched Operation Proust in a bid to clamp down on bad behaviour around the buses, and officers will be out providing reassurance to communities this weekend.
Chief Inspector Sarah Taylor said: “Bus drivers have and continue to provide an essential service to the public during this pandemic, including transport to and from hospitals. It is disgraceful that those who have continued to support our communities have been targeted in this way.
“Officers will be out in the community providing reassurance to the drivers and members of the public. Anyone caught engaging in antisocial behaviour or violence will be dealt with robustly.
“Extensive enquiries are ongoing to trace the individuals involved in the recent incidents and I would appeal to anyone with information to contact Police Scotland through 101. Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
