Sunday, October 26, 2014

Sword man told to avoid politicians

A man who threatened to kill Glasgow City Council leader Gordon Matheson with a samurai sword has been ordered to keep away from politicians. David Wardrop, 29, from Bearsden, East Dunbartonshire, took the weapon to the City Chambers on 2 June. Glasgow Sheriff Court heard that Wardrop entered Glasgow City Council headquarters.

He asked to speak with Mr Matheson and was asked if he had an appointment to which he replied "justice". When questioned what he meant he said "just justice". The staff noticed Wardrop was holding a sword in his right hand which was partially covered by his right leg and told him he was not allowed in the building with it. He was asked to leave and made his way to the pavement outside.



A worried receptionist followed Wardrop who was seen kneeling down holding the sword with both hands across his body. He was asked to hand it over, which he did, and the receptionist put it behind the desk inside. The court heard Wardrop came back into the waiting area and the police were contacted. When they arrived they asked Wardrop about the sword and he said "It was to assassinate the leader of the City Chambers".

The court was told a rucksack and a sheath was found outside the building. Sheriff Joseph Platt handed Wardrop a community payback order with a number of conditions including that he will be supervised for three years. He must also work with a doctor during this time to improve his mental health. The sheriff also ordered that Wardrop must not approach or contact, or attempt to approach or contact, any elected council member.

4 comments:

BoS said...

I don't think Matheson should be harmed in any way but something should be done about him. He's a vile individual and a disgrace to Glasgow.

Gareth said...

Heard of democracy BoS? If the leader of your council is a disgrace to the city then that reflects directly upon the city. The people who voted for him are to blame, and of course the people who didn't vote at all have to be blamed too.

Something should be done? Maybe people should try voting for somebody else next time.

Ratat said...

What if the politicians ran onto his sword? Repeatedly.

Ratz said...

Laggy thing.. The above was supposed to read "Ratz"