Police Scotland

Official feed for the Police Service of Scotland.

Not for reporting crime and not monitored 24/7.

In an emergency call 999. For non-emergencies call 101.

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The actions of those who attack police officers as they carry out their duties, prevent disorder and keep communities safe has been condemned in the strongest terms by Police Scotland.

https://t.co/dYgkJR8GV9

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We will never forget.

Today, Chief Constable Jo Farrell KPM joined a National Remembrance Service at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh to mark Remembrance Sunday, and laid a wreath on behalf of Police Scotland.

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Three people have been charged following a planned protest in Edinburgh.

Officers attended the event at Regent Terrace on the afternoon of Saturday, 31 October, 2026.

Read more - https://t.co/tG9n9Qg2Je

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Our largest police deployment since the visit of President Trump has concluded with a reduction in the number of incidents requiring specialist resource response.

Read more: https://t.co/D5Y6LWG1vX

#OpMoonbeam #OpAmberlight

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Our emergency services are working hard to keep our communities safe during Bonfire Night.

Community Safety Minister Kirsten Oswald has been observing Police Scotland's handling from its operations centre in Edinburgh.

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An investigation has been launched after officers were targeted during disorder on Curtis Street in Glasgow.

The disorder occurred ahead of the Aberdeen v Rangers match at Hampden on Saturday, 31 October, 2026.

More: https://t.co/UjpZU4p9iq

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From data and analytics to family inspiration, everyone has their own journey into policing.

Today, our latest officers celebrated their passing out parade, ready to make a difference in communities across Scotland.

Could policing be your next move?

🔗https://t.co/85NfItXuz5

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Chief Constable Jo Farrell thanked and congratulated 166 new police officers as they took part in their passing out parade today at Police Scotland headquarters, Tulliallan.

They will now report for duty across Scotland's communities 👏🏻

Read more ➡️ https://t.co/ZeEimLZIuP

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Five men convicted of serious and organised crime offences have been jailed for more than 16 years. The case is part of Operation Venetic, a Europe-wide op to identify and dismantle organised crime groups utilising encrypted devices.

Read more here: https://t.co/RsZPsmFxSE

[Transport Scotland @transcotland]

⚠️ #StormBoelo continues to bring strong winds and disruption to Scotland

Amber and yellow @metoffice warnings remain in place

Some trunk roads and rail lines are affected by flooding and storm damage

#PlanAhead before you travel

Stay #WeatherAware ➡️ https://t.co/d7qEy1sOud

[Transport Scotland @transcotland]

⚠️#StormBoelo: strong winds throughout Scotland⚠️

🟠🟡 Amber and yellow @metoffice warnings in place
🚓 Follow @PoliceScotland travel advice
🚗 Check routes with @trafficscotland
🚆 Check service information with @ScotRail

Stay #WeatherAware ➡️ https://t.co/d7qEy1sOud

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⚠️ The @metoffice has issued an Amber weather warning, in place from 9pm on Saturday 24 October, 2026, until 9pm on Sunday, 25 October, 2026.

For additional information and links including flood alerts, power cut information and travel advice, visit ➡️ https://t.co/vAFRjF7s1O

[Ready Scotland @ReadyScotland]

Strong winds are forecast. Keep your home protected.

Secure loose objects such as ladders, garden furniture or anything that could cause danger.

Find out more at https://t.co/gW4lH7HIVQ

[Met Office @metoffice]

⚠️⚠️ Amber weather warning issued ⚠️⚠️

Strong winds across Scotland and the far north of England and parts of Northern Ireland

Saturday 2100 - Sunday 2100

Latest info 👉 https://t.co/TfU9Ok8qZD

Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️

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15 people have been arrested for immigration offences following two weeks of intensification activity at Loch Ryan and Cairnryan Ports.

Operation Lockstream targets organised immigration crime across the UK.

Read more on Operation Lockstream ➡️ https://t.co/Btb13CuQho

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Inspired by her grandad, this officer shares what makes policing in Shetland unique, from its close-knit community to Up Helly Aa 👮🏻‍♀️

Could policing be for you?

Find out more and apply today ➡️ https://t.co/EzSsDMu0ht

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Officers and staff from Police Scotland's Cyber and Fraud Unit are working closely with partners and are continuing to carry out extensive inquiries to establish the source. (2/2)

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On Monday, 19 October, 2026, threatening messages were sent to a number of schools across Scotland.

These messages have been assessed and are being treated as a hoax, with nothing to suggest any threat to the public. (1/2)

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For information about specific schools, contact your relevant local authority.

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Read more ➡️ https://t.co/VmNsWUFB5b (2/2)

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A former Police Scotland officer has been sentenced to 12 years in prison at the High Court in Glasgow.

Campbell Petrie, 50, was sentenced on Friday, 16 October, 2026, after being found guilty of a number of violent and sexual offences, including rape, in September 2026. (1/2)