Partick Thistle offer to replace drum stolen from Ross County fan which was destroyed as police carry out enquiries
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PARTICK Thistle have offered to replace a drum which was allegedly stolen from a Ross County fan before being destroyed by a group of supporters.
Two separate video clips appear to first show the drum being taken by a group on Ferry Road near the bridge crossing the railway line, before a group can be seen causing damage to the drum.
Partick Thistle released a statement on Monday condemning the actions by the group of fans and have offered to cover the costs of a replacement drum.
Partick Thistle wrote: "The club have been in regular contact with Ross County FC following the incident which took place prior to Saturday’s match, which was recorded and then circulated on social media.
"Everyone at the club condemns the actions of those involved. We have offered to cover the costs of a replacement drum and we are working closely with Ross County on the investigation being carried out into the actions of those involved on the day.
"Anyone with information should contact the club or Police Scotland.
"As this is a live police investigation, it would be inappropriate to make any further comment in relation to the circumstances of this incident at this time."
Police Scotland continue to carry out enquiries.
In a statement, Ross County condemned the incident and confirmed that they have been in contact with the individuals affected.
A spokesperson for the club said: "Ross County Football Club are aware of a video circulating on social media regarding an incident on Ferry Road, Dingwall prior to match against Partick Thistle.
"Two young Ross County supporters were accosted and their drum was forcibly taken from them by a group of youths. The drum was later recovered having been destroyed.
"Both clubs completely condemn this type of criminal behaviour prior to football matches. We have been in contact with the individuals affected and are providing them with our full support.
"The incident is subject of a live police investigation and both clubs will fully co-operate with their enquiries. It would be inappropriate to make any further comment in relation to the circumstances of this incident at this time.
"Anyone with information should contact their respective club or Police Scotland."
