Scottish football referee John Beaton and his family have been placed under police surveillance following the leak of his personal information online, according to the Scottish Football Association.

The security measures were implemented after Beaton's personal details were published on the internet in the wake of a penalty controversy during Celtic's victory over Motherwell on Wednesday evening.

Police have arrested a 19-year-old man in connection with the leak of Beaton's personal information. The incident highlights the escalating tensions surrounding refereeing decisions in Scottish football.

The SFA confirmed that both Beaton and his family members required police protection due to safety concerns arising from the online disclosure of private information. The controversy stems from a disputed penalty decision made during the Celtic-Motherwell match.

The case underscores growing concerns about the safety of match officials and the potential consequences of controversial decisions in high-profile football matches. The investigation into the leaked information remains ongoing.