Man, 29, arrested in police raid over racist traffic-cone attack
Summary
A 29-year-old man has been arrested in Glasgow in connection with a racist attack on delivery driver Muhammad Jawad Yaqoob during protests last month. The man faces charges of racially-aggravated assault after throwing a traffic cone at Yaqoob, who was targeted with racial abuse. Police continue to investigate and plan more arrests.Key Facts
- The attack happened on 25 July during protests at Glasgow Green.
- Yaqoob, a 31-year-old delivery driver from Pakistan, was hit by a traffic cone thrown by the suspect.
- The incident was recorded and widely shared on social media.
- Fifteen people were arrested during the protests, and more arrests are expected.
- The protests involved anti-immigration and anti-racism groups leading to violent and hate-related incidents.
- Yaqoob said he felt unsafe returning to work after the attack but had to continue due to financial needs.
- Police Scotland deployed a major investigation team to identify other suspects.
- The clashes coincided with the opening weekend of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
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