Police have published photographs of 28 people they want to speak to after violent scenes at a street party in Glasgow following Celtic’s Premiership-clinching win. The images were released months after the disorder, as detectives step up inquiries into injuries and widespread anti-social behaviour.
What unfolded
Supporters gathered in the Merchant City area after Celtic beat Hearts 3-1 at Parkhead on 16 May 2026. Organisers did not sanction the gathering; instead what began as an impromptu celebration quickly deteriorated into confrontations with officers.
Witnesses and police say several hundred — and by some counts up to around 3,000 people — were present. During the chaos, objects including broken glass were thrown while officers were attending to a separate medical emergency in the street.
- Date: 16 May 2026
- Location: Merchant City / Trongate, Glasgow
- People sought: 28 individuals whose images have been released
- Casualties: two police officers seriously hurt; three members of the public admitted to hospital
- Context: unlicensed street party after Celtic’s title win
Police appeal and investigation
Chief Superintendent Emma Croft, who leads policing for Greater Glasgow, said enquiries remain active and emphasised the impact on local residents, businesses and matchgoers. She asked anyone who recognises people shown in the images, or who has footage or other information, to come forward to help the investigation.
A Police Scotland statement confirmed officers had released the photographs as part of a probe into “violence and anti-social behaviour” that occurred in the Trongate area. Detectives say the material could be vital to identifying those involved and to hold individuals to account.
The force did not provide a contact number in its statement; anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland through its established reporting channels or via the local division handling the inquiry.
Why this matters now
The release of images signals a renewed push by investigators to resolve an episode that left officers injured and disrupted city centre life. Beyond potential prosecutions, police action aims to deter repeat disorder linked to large, unsanctioned gatherings after major fixtures.
Local businesses affected at the time continue to seek reassurance that public safety will be prioritised at future celebrations and that those responsible for violence will face consequences.
Enquiries are ongoing and police reiterated their appeal for public assistance as they piece together the events from the night of the disorder.
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