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Tim McNulty

Fan charged after glass bottle hurled on to pitch during Rangers clash with Hibs

A man has been charged with throwing a glass bottle onto the pitch during a clash between Hibernian and Rangers before Christmas, narrowly missing players.

The 32-year-old is due to appear in court in connection with the incident which took place during the Ibrox side's 3-0 victory at Easter Road on Friday, December 20.

He due to attend Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Thursday, March 5 to answer charges of culpable and reckless conduct.

Inspector Colin Fordyce, of Leith Community Policing, said: “Thankfully no one was injured as a result of this incident. Mindless behaviour like this will not be tolerated in any football stadiums across the country. 

“The safety of football supporters, players and management is the top priority of football clubs and Police Scotland, with every step taken to identify those responsible for inappropriate behaviour.

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank members of the public who came forward with information relating to our investigation."

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