Tag: culpable and reckless conduct

Man convicted for involvement in last year’s Bonfire Night disorder

A man has been convicted following his involvement in significant disorder within Edinburgh during Bonfire Night 2024.

Jordan McMillan, 24, was found guilty of culpable and reckless conduct after providing fireworks to individuals who then threw these items and other projectiles at police officers and members of the public in Niddrie Mains Road.

He will be sentenced on Monday, 14 July.

Chief Superintendent David Robertson, Divisional Commander for Edinburgh said: “This conviction should send a very clear message that the reckless and dangerous behaviour we witnessed across Edinburgh last year will not be tolerated.

“Further positive court outcomes for those involved in disorder during 2024 are anticipated and we are currently working with key partners ahead of Bonfire Night 2025 to protect our communities from this reckless and dangerous behaviour, which simply has to stop.”

Youth arrested and charged following Edinburgh New Year derby disorder

A 16-year-old male has been arrested and charged with culpable and reckless conduct. It follows a report of objects thrown during the recent Edinburgh football derby at Tynecastle Park on Monday, 2 January, 2023.

The male has been released on an undertaking and is expected to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court at a later date.

Chief Inspector David Happs said: “This type of behaviour is unacceptable and I hope this latest arrest sends a clear message that any such conduct will not be tolerated.

“We have the full support of both clubs as we continue with our investigation.”

Hibs and Hearts meet again in a Scottish Cup tie at Easter Road this weekend.

Hibs player fined for reckless conduct

Hibernian’s international defender Ryan Porteous has been ordered to pay a woman compensation for hitting her with a plastic tumbler. The incident happened during a night out in Dalkeith in February.

Ryan Porteous (23) pleaded guilty at Edinburgh Sheriff Court yesterday to culpable and reckless conduct after throwing a plastic glass and causing a small cut to the head of Siobhan Brett. He was fined £320 and ordered to pay Ms Brett £200.

Hibernian FC released a statement shortly after yesterday’s court appearance: ‘Hibernian FC fully condemns the actions of Ryan Porteous. Whilst observing the conclusion of the legal proceedings, the club investigated this internally.

‘Hibernian FC fully understands the severity of this incident, as does Ryan, and he has been handed the maximum possible fine, alongside receiving punishment at court.

‘Hibernian FC expects the highest standards of responsible behaviour from its players and staff. This has been firmly reinforced to the player.

‘This will now remain a private matter and Hibernian FC will make no further comment.‘