Connor Gordon reports that Steven Anderson spit at an officer and kicked riot shields.
Behind jail is a thug who fought with cops during the Rangers championship celebration and was recognised by his unique tattoos.
On May 15, 2021, Steven Anderson, 37, yelled at police in Glasgow’s George Square.
That day, thousands of supporters of the Green Bay Packers flocked to the city centre to celebrate the team’s Scottish Premiership victory.
Kilmarnock resident Topless Anderson kicked riot shields, spat at an officer, hurled a can at a police barricade, and climbed a statue.
His violent behaviour, which lasted for three hours, was shown on camera.
Days before to the event, Anderson was put on a community payback programme that included an 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew.
In Glasgow Sheriff Court today, Anderson entered a guilty plea to disturbing the peace.
He also acknowledged spitting at PC David Graham in an attempt to harm him.
The court was informed that public order police took the position of traditional constables in George Square as a result of the growing disturbance.
At about eight o’clock at night, riot shields and a police perimeter were erected at George Square.
Body cams and CCTV captured the events in which Anderson took part, and these recordings were later examined.
“He was captured on a statue, shouting, swearing, and making menacing gestures,” prosecutor Ryan Watson stated.
“He was seen to pull, kick and shields of nearby police and spat at PC Graham.”
Around 11 p.m. that same evening, the police cordon started to move fans out of the area.
Mr. Watson stated: “Anderson shouted at police, kicked a shield and threw a can.”
When the court saw the CCTV footage of the occurrences, Anderson was seen extending his hand.
It was reported that some rioters were yelling “F*** the SNP” at the police.
Following the distribution of video on police and media networks, Anderson was identified.
Mr. Watson stated: “He was identified from his distinctive torso and neck tattoos.”
The defendant, Jamie McNair, informed the court that his client was out on bail when the DUI crime occurred and was employed full-time.
“When he saw the footage, he expressed his disgust and wished to plead guilty,” the attorney continued.
“He is under no illusions of the gravity of this matter.”
Sheriff Paul Reid postponed the sentencing until next month in order to await background findings.
“Your behaviour was shameful and transpired during the peak of the pandemic,” he declared.
“To be honest, this attitude towards police officers who are attempting to safeguard the community was horrifying.
“I think you should no longer be on bail and you will be remanded in custody.”
