Man arrested following 'vigilante sting' in Irvine

A man has been arrested in connection with alleged online communication offences following a 'vigilante sting' in Irvine <i>(Image: Archive)</i>
A man has been arrested in connection with alleged online communication offences following a 'vigilante sting' in Irvine (Image: Archive)
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A MAN has been arrested following a 'vigilante sting' carried out in the Irvine area.

The 64-year-old was apprehended in connection with alleged online communications offences after matters were reported to Police Scotland on Thursday, January 15.

Officers say that further investigations into the case are continuing.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “A 64-year-old man has been arrested in connection with online communications offences in the Irvine area, which were reported on Thursday, January 15, 2026.

“Enquiries are ongoing.”

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