Police warn against protest misinformation amid Glasgow disorder
politics
According to The Guardian, Scottish police have warned residents to verify online claims before joining protests, after misinformation sparked gatherings outside homes in Glasgow this week—including one based on mistaken identity. Police say several nights of disorder were orchestrated by individuals from outside the city, who exploited community fears through false social media posts.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jul/10/police-wa...
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