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  • January 23, 2025
Police warn of more arrests over Bonfire Night disorder ‘just a matter of time’

Police warn of more arrests over Bonfire Night disorder ‘just a matter of time’

Police have warned it is “only a matter of time” before those involved in the Bonfire Night disorder are brought to justice.

So far, 43 people have been arrested in connection with the disorder that broke out across Scotland on November 5.

Groups of youths reportedly attacked emergency services, vehicles and public property with projectiles including fireworks, stones and other objects.

Police have arrested 32 people and charged them with 79 offenses over incidents that took place in the Gracemount, Moredun, Niddrie and Calder Road areas of Edinburgh.

Officers are still locating everyone involved and have reiterated their commitment to bringing everyone to justice.

Residents of Edinburgh have been thanked for their support of the criminal investigation.

Anyone who believes they have information that could support the investigation is asked to contact us.

Chief Inspector David Robertson, Divisional Commander for Edinburgh said: “What we have seen in the aftermath of the disorder that took place is a genuine desire from communities to support our efforts to identify and apprehend the individuals who caused fear and alarm. . must be held accountable for their actions and I am extremely grateful to everyone who participated in our investigation.

“I have made it clear that we will be relentless in our pursuit of those responsible for the fear, alarm and damage caused in parts of Edinburgh on Bonfire Night, and I reaffirm that commitment today.

“If you think you’ve evaded justice because we haven’t contacted you yet, it’s only a matter of time.

“Members of the public with video or photographic evidence can still submit it via the Major Incident Public Portal on Similarly, anyone with further information can contact us on 101, or make an anonymous report to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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