SNSThree men have been arrested for carrying or using pyrotechnics before the Edinburgh derby between Hearts and Hibs on Boxing Day.
Two men, aged 17 and 28, have been arrested and charged for possessing pyro in the city’s Haymarket area before kick-off at Tynecastle stadium.
A 39-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with setting off pyro on Russell Road.
Police Scotland stated it was continuing to investigate four smoke devices that were set off within the stadium itself during the match, which Hibs won 2-1 with a late goal from Dwight Gayle.
Police Scotland Assistant Chief Constable Gary Ritchie said fans setting off pyro around football matches was putting other supporters at risk.
He added: “I would ask people to think of the impact it could have on those around you, particularly people with medical conditions, young children and the elderly.”
New laws came into force in June 2023 making it illegal to carry flares or fireworks into public places, while a number of Scottish clubs have had issues with supporters using pyro at matches.
Earlier in December Celtic, Rangers and Motherwell were all charged by the SPFL following “irresponsible” and “unacceptable” use of flares by fans during the Premier Sports Cup semi-finals at Hampden Park.
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