Dundee United warn fans over use of pyrotechnics

Dundee United have warned fans over the use of pyrotechnics following an incident at Friday's Scottish Premiership match against Celtic.

A flare was let off in the United section of the ground prior to Celtic's 4-1 victory at Tannadice, and the club has vowed to ban the culprits if they are identified.

Although the incident appears to have gone largely unreported in the media, United have decided to remind their supporters of the club's position on pyrotechnics.

Dundee United fans also let off flares at a Scottish Cup tie against Stranraer at Stair Park in January 2015.

A statement from the club read: "Dundee United would like to remind supporters about a zero tolerance policy with regard to the use and carrying of pyrotechnics.

"The use of pyrotechnics, including smoke bombs and flares, within football stadiums is extremely dangerous and a serious offence.

"Any supporter identified to have committed such an act will be banned by the club and also subject to the possibility of criminal prosecution.

"Dundee United Football Club will work closely with the police, security and football authorities to eradicate this, and other, types of spectator misconduct.

"We would also like to remind supporters that if there are incidents of this nature in the future the football authorities have the power to impose serious sanctions including financial penalty and order matches to be played behind closed doors.

"The club urges all supporters to assist us in this matter and help end this unacceptable behaviour.