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The National
2 days ago
- The National
Man charged over Stone of Destiny incident at Perth Museum
Visitors said a man in a kilt attempted to smash through the display case on Saturday, July 12, around 2pm in Perth Museum. The museum was evacuated and a 35-year-old was later arrested and charged in connection. No injuries were reported and Perth Museum said the stone, which was used in the coronation of Scottish kings for centuries, was not damaged in the incident. READ MORE: Award-winning Scottish hotel on NC500 up for sale for £1.2 million A tourist visiting from the Philippines, Elle Alvarez, posted a video of the incident on Facebook, writing: 'An absolutely epic moment is unfolding right before our eyes here at the Perth Museum!' Alvarez said the man allegedly claimed to be the 'chief of his clan' and that he has 'a right to the throne'. Police reportedly responded quickly to the incident, with visitors evacuated and the area 'closed off' as a result. Alvarez said: 'This ancient stone holds deep significance for Scotland; it's a symbol of power, history, and identity. 'And today, its story grew even more dramatic when a man [in] his kilt attempted to smash the glass in an apparent bid to seize it.' The Stone of Destiny, also known as the Stone of Scone, was taken from Scotland during the Wars of Independence before being kept in Westminster Abbey. On Christmas Day, 1950, four Glasgow University students managed to steal the stone and temporarily return it to Scotland. It was officially returned in 1996, where it resided in Edinburgh Castle before being transferred to Perth Museum in 2024. READ MORE: Police to breathalyse passengers arriving at Scottish airport in pilot scheme In a 2023 incident, activists from This is Rigged smashed the stone's protective glass cabinet and sprayed 'Is Treasa Tuath Na Tighearna' – Gaelic for 'The People Are Mightier Than A Lord' – on the glass, leading to the closure of Edinburgh Castle for the remainder of the day. A spokesperson for Culture Perth and Kinross said: 'We can confirm there was an incident at Perth Museum on Saturday 12 July 2025, where a man was arrested. 'Perth Museum was evacuated as a precaution and there was no damage to any artefacts on display. We are assisting Police Scotland with their enquiries so it would be inappropriate to comment further.'
The National
2 days ago
- The National
Perth Museum: man charged over Stone of Destiny incident
Visitors said a man in a kilt attempted to smash through the display case on Saturday, July 12, around 2pm in Perth Museum. The museum was evacuated and a 35-year-old was later arrested and charged in connection. No injuries were reported and Perth Museum said the stone, which was used in the coronation of Scottish kings for centuries, was not damaged in the incident. READ MORE: Award-winning Scottish hotel on NC500 up for sale for £1.2 million A tourist visiting from the Philippines, Elle Alvarez, posted a video of the incident on Facebook, writing: 'An absolutely epic moment is unfolding right before our eyes here at the Perth Museum!' Alvarez said the man allegedly claimed to be the 'chief of his clan' and that he has 'a right to the throne'. Police reportedly responded quickly to the incident, with visitors evacuated and the area 'closed off' as a result. Alvarez said: 'This ancient stone holds deep significance for Scotland; it's a symbol of power, history, and identity. 'And today, its story grew even more dramatic when a man [in] his kilt attempted to smash the glass in an apparent bid to seize it.' The Stone of Destiny, also known as the Stone of Scone, was taken from Scotland during the Wars of Independence before being kept in Westminster Abbey. On Christmas Day, 1950, four Glasgow University students managed to steal the stone and temporarily return it to Scotland. It was officially returned in 1996, where it resided in Edinburgh Castle before being transferred to Perth Museum in 2024. READ MORE: Police to breathalyse passengers arriving at Scottish airport in pilot scheme In a 2023 incident, activists from This is Rigged smashed the stone's protective glass cabinet and sprayed 'Is Treasa Tuath Na Tighearna' – Gaelic for 'The People Are Mightier Than A Lord' – on the glass, leading to the closure of Edinburgh Castle for the remainder of the day. A spokesperson for Culture Perth and Kinross said: 'We can confirm there was an incident at Perth Museum on Saturday 12 July 2025, where a man was arrested. 'Perth Museum was evacuated as a precaution and there was no damage to any artefacts on display. We are assisting Police Scotland with their enquiries so it would be inappropriate to comment further.'
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Daily Record
'Man in kilt' arrested after Stone of Destiny glass broken as cops storm Scots museum
"It's honestly surreal, like something out of a historical drama or an action film." A man is due to appear in court after glass protecting the Stone of Destiny was broken. The incident occurred in the Perth Museum at around 2pm on Saturday July 12, which was evacuated before police arrived. Visitors to the attraction claimed a man dressed in a kilt tried to smash through a display case, sparking scenes "like something out of a historical drama or an action film". Tours of the museum were brought to an end as the building was evacuated and then stormed by police officers, who arrested and charged a 35-year-old man. Perth Museum said the historic stone, used in the coronation of Scottish kings for hundreds of years, was not damaged in the incident with cops confirming there were no injuries. Tourist Elle Alvarez, visiting Scotland from the Philippines, posted a video of the incident on Facebook. She told the BBC police cars arrived quickly at the museum, adding: "It's honestly surreal, like something out of a historical drama or an action film. "Unfortunately, we weren't able to finish our tour because of the incident. "Huge credit to the staff at Perth Museum for handling the situation with such calm and professionalism, making sure all visitors were safe and looked after." The 150kg object, also known as the Stone of Scone, was taken from Scotland during the Wars of Independence. It was lodged in King Edward's carved-oak coronation throne at Westminster Abbey where it remained for 700 years. Over Christmas in 1950, four Glasgow University students notoriously managed to steal the stone from the Abbey and temporarily return it to Scotland. The stone returned for permanent display in Scotland in 1996 at Edinburgh Castle, before being moved to its current home in Perth last year, 2024. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. A spokesperson for Culture Perth and Kinross said: "We can confirm there was an incident at Perth Museum where a man was arrested. "Perth Museum was evacuated as a precaution and there was no damage to any artefacts on display. We are assisting Police Scotland with their inquiries." A Police Scotland said the 35-year-old man would appear at Perth Sheriff Court on Monday.
BBC News
3 days ago
- BBC News
Man arrested after Stone of Destiny glass broken at Perth Museum
A man has been arrested after glass protecting the Stone of Destiny was broken in an incident at Perth said that a man wearing a kilt attempted to smash through the stone's display case at about 14:00 on building was evacuated and a 35-year-old man was later arrested and charged by police. There were no reported Museum said the historic stone, used in the coronation of Scottish kings for hundreds of years, was not damaged in the incident. Tourist Elle Alvarez, visiting Scotland from the Philippines, said police cars arrived quickly at the added: "It's honestly surreal, like something out of a historical drama or an action film."Unfortunately, we weren't able to finish our tour because of the incident. "Huge credit to the staff at Perth Museum for handling the situation with such calm and professionalism, making sure all visitors were safe and looked after."The 150kg object, also known as the Stone of Scone, was taken from Scotland during the Wars of was lodged in King Edward's carved-oak coronation throne at Westminster Abbey where it remained for 700 Christmas in 1950, four Glasgow University students notoriously managed to steal the stone from the Abbey and temporarily return it to Scotland. The stone returned for permanent display in Scotland in 1996 at Edinburgh Castle and last year it moved to its current home in Perth.A spokesperson for Culture Perth and Kinross said: "We can confirm there was an incident at Perth Museum where a man was arrested. "Perth Museum was evacuated as a precaution and there was no damage to any artefacts on display." "We are assisting Police Scotland with their inquiries."A Police Scotland said the 35-year-old man would appear at Perth Sheriff Court on Monday.
