Celtic fan in court on fight charge after slashing at Inverness cup tie

[ian1964 10,625]

AN incident after the alleged slashing of a Celtic fan at the away end of Saturdayâ??s Scottish Cup tie with Caley Thistle had its sequel at Inverness Sheriff Court today.

 

A fan, said in court to be a friend of the victim, became involved in a fight and was arrested as he went to the assistance of his fellow supporter.

 

Michael Docherty (27) of Scalpay Street, Glasgow, admitted being involved in a fight which followed the incident.

 

But he has denied prosecution evidence that he threw punches in the fracas.

 

A proof has been fixed for February 23.

 

Docherty pleaded guilty to conducting himself in a disorderly manner and engaging in the fight.

 

But his solicitor Tony McGlennan said he denied Crown allegations that he threw four punches during the fight.

 

The court heard there was a surge in the crowd after Celtic scored a goal and fans were doing a conga to celebrate.

 

During the course of that celebration one of the Celtic supporters was apparently slashed and Mr McGlennan said Docherty came forward to help his friend who was the victim.

 

"What he specifically denies is that he threw three to four punches. All he is saying is he threw a Caprisun (a soft drinks carton). His friend was slashed and he was encouraged to come to his aid."

 

The solicitor said he understands that one of the police officers at the ground had a body camera which witnessed the incident.

 

"My client is hoping it recorded the incident," Mr McGlennan added.

 

Docherty was released on bail until the next court hearing but banned from entering any SPL football ground or the national stadium at Hampden Park by Sheriff David Sutherland.

 

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[GovanAllan 0]

Heard this was a Goon Brigade power struggle which is nice, they might end up killing killing each other. Of course it might just be the amazing Juan Ghuy who seems to be everywhere at once.

[Guest Dutchy]

Gazzas not been on saying our fans have just as bad. YET!!! lol