Fearful shoppers run to avoid charging football fans

Footage filmed by shoppers shows violence and disorder in Glasgow's city centre ahead of the Scottish League Cup final between Celtic and Rangers at Hampden Park.

In a video shared on social media, members of the public can be seen stuck in a store on the city's Argyle Street as flares are let off and football fans clash with police.

A shopper told BBC News they were forced to take refuge "for their own safety".

Police Scotland has been authorised to use stop and search powers, including removing items being used to conceal identity.

The powers will remain in place until 21:00 in areas including the city centre and parts of the south side, east end and into South Lanarkshire.

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