Police and ambulance crews came under attack as they responded to a call in Blackhill

Police and ambulance crews in Glasgow have been attacked and a police vehicle set alight in disorder in the Blackhill area of Glasgow.

The crews were responding to reports of an injured man on Greenside Street on Thursday evening when they came under attack. One man has been arrested.

A police statement read: “Police in Glasgow responded alongside the Scottish Ambulance Service to a report of an injured male in Greenside Street at around 7.55pm on Thursday, 5 November.

“During this time both crews were targeted with fireworks resulting in a police vehicle being set alight and seriously damaged. One of the ambulance staff sustained a minor injury.

“Operation Amberlight specialist resources were deployed, and one male has been arrested.

“Inquiries are ongoing and police maintain a presence in the area”