Terror of bus attack fans

THESE shocking pictures show the moment screaming Hibs thugs pelted a Hearts supporters' bus with beer bottles as petrified families cowered inside.

A baying mob swarmed round the coach as it passed Edinburgh's Royal Nip bar, which was packed with Hibees before the Easter Road game.

The chanting neds blocked the road then began taunting the fans, who were travelling from Livingston. One of those on board told us: "It was shocking. A lad of six was clinging to his dad sobbing his heart out. The window beside me shattered with a huge bang. People were screaming and diving for cover."

The video clip of the shameful scene before the 1-1 clash two weeks ago has been uploaded to the web.

One thug appears to brandish a knife as he nears the frantic driver, who tries to flee. Then a yob in black launches a bottle which explodes on the windscreen, showering fans in lager and glass. In seconds others hurl tumblers and bottles.

A Lothian and Borders police spokesman said: "We would welcome any information relating to this."

HELP us catch the culprits. If you recognise anyone, call our newsdesk on 0141 420 5254.