3 held after ‘Anonymous mask’ gang attack Dumfries home

THREE men have been arrested over an alleged disturbance in which a group wearing “Anonymous style” masks threatened a man and damaged his home.

The gang were wearing 'Anonymous masks' similar to this one attacked a Dumfries home. Picture: equinoxefr/Flickr

The front door of the house and an Audi car were allegedly damaged during the incident in Lincluden Road, Dumfries, at about 5.40pm on Tuesday.

Police initially said four men in white Guy Fawkes masks, like those worn by hacktivist group Anonymous, and dark clothing were involved in the incident.

The three men, aged 18, 19 and 21, are due to appear at Dumfries Sheriff Court on Friday.