Morelos scored Rangers’ equalizer in the 1-1 draw with Celtic, after which he was reportedly the target of a racist video.
Scottish police said on Monday morning they had opened an investigation after receiving a number of complaints about an offensive social media post.
On Monday evening, it was confirmed that a 17-year-old young man had been arrested and charged.
Rangers and Scottish Police have also confirmed that the arrest was linked to the Snapchat post targeting Morelos.
Earlier Monday, John Clark Motor Group revealed that it suspended an employee after racist abuse was allegedly directed at Morelos on Snapchat.
The incident came just days after Rangers midfielder Glen Kamara was reportedly subjected to racist abuse during a Europa League game against Slavia Prague.
A UEFA investigation into this incident is underway.
Rangers and Celtic players have decided to unite against racism rather than take a knee before Sunday’s Old Firm derby.
Rangers captain James Tavernier said: “We took a knee to send a message, but we think that message is not strong enough.
“We wanted to send a strong message and it was an easy decision. You saw the situation on Thursday and it will be resolved.
“But I’m confident in saying that all of our black players have been racially abused this season.
“It’s coming from social media platforms and it’s a key message for them. We must act – enough is enough. ”
Following Morelos’ alleged abuse, Rangers said: “Our captain highlighted the continued targeting of footballers online.
“Now is the time for social media companies to take action and root out faceless cowards making offensive comments like this. ”
Hate won’t stop us
Sky Sports is committed to making skysports.com and our channels on social media platforms a place for comment and debate free from abuse, hatred and blasphemy.
For more information, please visit: www.skysports.com/hatewontstopus
If you see a response to Sky Sports messages and / or content with an expression of hate on the basis of race, color, sex, nationality, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexuality, age or class, please copy the ‘Hate message url or capture it and email us here.
Kick It Out Signaling Racism
Online Report Form | Kick It Out
Kick It Out is the football for equality and inclusion organization – which works across the football, education and community sectors to fight discrimination, encourage inclusive practices and campaign for change. positive.
www.kickitout.org
