Scotland, Manchester Face Surge in Violent Gang Clashes

A violent gang war has erupted in Edinburgh between the notorious Daniel family and the Lyons family, with recent firebombing incidents highlighting the escalating conflict. Mark Richardson, a leader of the Daniel family, is serving a 10-year sentence, yet the violence has continued, including a recent attack on a beauty salon linked to Richardson's partner, where a Molotov cocktail was thrown. In another part of Scotland, clashes between rival traveller families in Ayrshire resulted in a brutal attack involving around 20 armed individuals, leading to multiple injuries and property damage. The violence, which included metal poles and golf clubs as weapons, spread to a nearby supermarket where further chaos ensued. Police are increasing their presence in these areas to manage the unrest and investigate the ongoing turf wars. Both incidents reflect a troubling trend of escalating gang violence across Scotland, raising concerns for public safety.