A former Celtic player has been arrested at a London airport in connection with a warrant.
Anthony Stokes, the former Celtic and Arsenal star, was led away from his plane at Gatwick by armed police, according to the Scottish Sun.
A witness on the plane, which was returning from Dubai, said: “I heard raised voices in the cabin and we were all told to stay in our seats for them to deal with someone on the plane.
“They asked for Mr Anthony C Stokes to come to the front of the plane with his luggage.
“He was walked off and I later saw him and another man standing by the baggage belts.”
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The current FC Persepolis forward was reportedly returning from a trip to Dubai with his family on Friday.
He is due to appear in Hamilton Sheriff Court today.
Police Scotland confirmed to the Glasgow Times: "A 31-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an outstanding warrant.”
FC Persepolis, an Iranian team have been approached for comment and are expected to reply to the Glasgow Times later today.
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