Police are investigating reports that a 13-year-old girl was sexually assaulted during a Scottish Premiership match between Dundee and Rangers.
The alleged incident is reported to have taken place in the Bob Shankly stand, where away fans sit.
The football match last Wednesday at Dundee’s Dens Park, also known as the Scot Foam Stadium, had been delayed for 45 minutes after the Rangers team bus was held up in traffic.
It was then suspended for 18 minutes after the travelling supporters let off a large number of flares that triggered fire alarms in the stadium.
Police Scotland confirmed an inquiry into the alleged sex attack was under way.
A spokesperson said: “We are carrying out enquiries following an allegation of sexual assault involving a 13-year-old girl which happened at Dens Park in Dundee on Wednesday 1 November 2023.”
Dundee FC said the club is fully supporting the force with its investigation.
A spokesperson said: “Dundee Football Club can confirm we are aware of an incident which took place in the Bob Shankly stand during Wednesday’s match against Rangers.
“The club are fully supporting the police investigation and the club’s child welfare and protection officer is supporting the situation.
“As this is an ongoing police investigation the club will be making no further comment.”
Rangers FC was contacted for comment.
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The game itself has already come under the spotlight due to the flares sparked by the Rangers supporters.
The smoke from the flares set off fire alarms and forced the players off the pitch.
Rangers won the match 5-0, but manager Philippe Clement told the fans to leave the “dangerous” pyrotechnics at home in the future.
No arrests were made at the game but enquiries into the pyrotechnics are being carried out.
