More than 100 coronavirus-related attacks and threats have been made towards police in Scotland.
Between March 24 and April 18, officers were subjected to abusive behaviour including threats of deliberate transmission and, on some occasions, spat or coughed upon, new figures reveal.
Police Scotland Deputy Chief Constable Fiona Taylor said everyone was making sacrifices to protect the NHS and save lives, adding: “Those doing the right thing will agree these sorts of attacks on our officers and staff are outrageous and disgraceful.
“Abuse and assault is not simply part of the job for police officers and staff and will not be tolerated.
“The Chief Constable and Lord Advocate have made it clear that those engaging in this behaviour will be dealt with robustly by Scotland’s police and prosecution service.”
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