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Police condemn 'violent disorder' at anti-paedophile protest
Fireworks and flares were thrown at officers as police said the disorder posed a serious risk to nearby homes.
- On Tuesday, March 31, a crowd gathered outside a home in Buckie, Moray, where a protest against a convicted sex offender descended into "violent disorder," with flares and fireworks thrown at police.
- Protesters had targeted the property since Sunday, chanting "Get the beast out now!" against the 44-year-old occupant, who recently pleaded guilty to possessing Category A child abuse images.
- Specialist officers in riot gear were deployed on Tuesday evening as rioters shouted "No peace for a beast!" and vandalized police vehicles during the escalating standoff.
- Police removed the occupant for his safety in the early hours of Wednesday, while five individuals including a 16-year-old and two women were arrested and charged in connection with the disorder.
- A 45-year-old man arrested during the disorder is expected to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Thursday, while Chief Inspector Mike McKenzie confirmed inquiries remain ongoing with additional patrols in place.
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