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Ryan Carroll

Pensioner arrested after 'breaching coronavirus regulations' during protest in Dundee

A pensioner has been charged after 'breaching coronavirus regulations' during a protest in Dundee.

Police were called to the report of a gathering at Dundee City Square on Saturday afternoon at around 12.30pm.

Officers attended and most of the group were dispersed after advice was given.

A 74-year-old woman was arrested and charged in connection with a breach of coronavirus regulations.

And a 52-year-old woman was arrested and charged in connection with culpable and reckless conduct.

The pair are set to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court at a later date.

A Police Scotland spokesperson told the Record: "We received a report of a protest in the Dundee City Square area around 12.30pm on Saturday, 16 January, 2021.

"Officers attended and most of the group dispersed after advice was given. A 52-year-old woman was arrested and charged in connection with culpable and reckless conduct.

"A 74-year-old woman was arrested and charged in connection with breach of coronavirus regulations. They are due to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court at a later date."

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