A video has been posted online threatening Police Scotland from an account claiming to be online hacking group ‘Anonymous’.
The message specifically targets Fife police working on the missing person case involving Allan Bryant – and makes reference to Police Scotland headquarters in Glenrothes.
The footage purports to come from global hacktivists Anonymous, and warns police that they will intitiate their own justice “against you and your officers” if the force does not do more to have the culprits who may have harmed Allan brought to justice.
Allan was last seen in the early hours of Sunday November 3, 2013, leaving Styx nightclub in Glenrothes.
The video was posted in response to the search for missing person Allan Bryant
Since then a massive search has continued for the young man.
Police Scotland confirmed they are investigating the circumstances behind the apparent online threat.
A spokesperson said: “Police in Fife have been made aware of a communication that suggests reprisals towards officers in Glenrothes.
“The safety of the public and our officers is an absolute priority.
“Inquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding this and respond appropriately.”
VIDEO: Anonymous internet hacking group make threat to Police Scotland
