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News / Arrests after disturbances

TWO YOUNG men were arrested in Mossbank following two separate disturbances, both in the early hours of Saturday, police said on Monday morning.

A 21 year old was taken into custody for assault at around half past three in the morning after police were called to a disturbance in the village. Half an hour later police were called to another disturbance in Mossbank which resulted in the arrest of a 20 year old man.

Meanwhile, police arrested a 44 year old man for being drunk and incapable at Tingwall airport, on Friday afternoon.

While at Tingwall, police officers were made aware of a possible drink driver. This resulted in the arrest of a 63 year old man for drink driving.

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