Overview

• Police Scotland said they received a report around 9:15 a.m. on Friday of fire damage to the statue on Edmiston Drive and confirmed enquiries are at an early stage.
• The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service reported crews were alerted at 00:48 a.m. and extinguished a small refuse fire near Ibrox before making the area safe.
• Footage circulating online shows flames on the bronze figure, with reports indicating a scarf was set alight and thrown onto the statue.
• Rangers issued a statement condemning the act and said work is underway to clean the site and return the tribute to good condition.
• The Rangers Fan Advisory Board called the attack shameful and urged anyone with information to come forward about those responsible.