Angry mob surround Scots house and pelt riot police with fireworks
Police have launched a probe after they say officers were hit with objects - including fireworks - in Bonhill after a crowd targeted a house.
One told the Lennox: "There was a mob of about 200 people attacking a house. There were police cars everywhere and the helicopter was up with its searchlight on. It was really scary." Up to 300 people gathered in Graham Road on February 28 with videos posted online showing fireworks being set off close to homes in the residential street. Police later said the incident was a result of "inaccurate information posted online".Police told the Lennox this week they are working to identify those involved and are "following a positive line of enquiry".
She said: "An investigation is under way after a number of objects, including fireworks, were thrown at officers in Braehead, Bonhill on Thursday March 16 2023
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