The First Minister has condemned violence towards police at last night's protest at Parkhead Stadium.

Hundreds of Celtic supporters flooded the grounds of the East End club in their calls for the departure of manager Neil Lennon, after a 2-0 defeat to Ross County. 

Alarming footage on social media showed crowds throwing objects in the direction of riot cops as they formed rows of human shields from accessing the club grounds. 

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No arrests were made following the protest, however three police officers sustained minor injuries. 

Speaking at the First Minister's daily coronavirus media briefing, Nicola Sturgeon blasted the protestors as "pretty despicable". 

She said: "We have advised against gatherings. Every day I stand up here and say avoid crowded places. 

"We have a limit on people coming together outside with a limit of six people coming together from two households so it stands to reason. Any group of people that are gathering together in a crowd are putting themselves and others at risk. 

"Whether it is football fans, rugby fans, any other kind of sports fans or just people in general, please don't do it. 

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"I don't care if you're a Celtic fan, a Rangers fan, an Ayr United fan, no fan of football at all, anybody who attacks police officers is doing wrong. 

"That is pretty despicable and I would say that across the board regardless of any football or sporting affiliation."

Meanwhile, a police investigation has been launched in a bid to identify those who responsible for acting disorderly at the protest. 

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Chief Superintendent Mark Sutherland of Greater Glasgow Division said: "It was utterly disgraceful to see the violent scenes at Celtic Park on Sunday evening.

"Three of our officers suffered injuries, albeit minor, as a result of the behavior which took place.

"Abuse and assault is not simply part of the job for police officers and staff and will not be tolerated. The Chief Constable has made it clear that this is completely unacceptable and he has committed to reducing the impact of violence and improving the safety of officers and staff.

“We have now launched an investigation to identify those who were involved in the disorder and violence towards police officers, players and officials.

“My message is clear, you won’t get away with it, don’t think just because you weren’t arrested last night does not mean you escaped.  If you are identified as being involved, you will be arrested.

“I would appeal to anyone who has any information that will assist this investigation to contact us through 101. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained."