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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Gregor Young

Scottish prison inmate 'on roof throwing tiles at officers' back in custody

A PRISONER who allegedly clambered onto the roof of a Glasgow jail and hurled projectiles at officers over the weekend is back in custody.

The detainee reportedly accessed the roof of HMP Barlinnie in Riddrie on Sunday.

The Scottish Prison Service confirmed on Sunday an incident was under way and staff were working to bring the situation under control.

A spokesperson announced on Monday morning: “The individual is now down safely and the incident has been resolved.”

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