Two arrested after defence firm office vandalised following break-in

Two men have been arrested after protesters broke into and vandalised the offices of a defence technology firm in Aberdeenshire.

Police Scotland were called to to the Ultra I&C site on Prospect Road, Westhill, at around 09:40 on Sunday.

Footage shared on social media from inside the building showed spray painting and property being damaged before officers arrived.

A force spokesperson said two suspects, aged 39 and 18, had been arrested and inquiries were ongoing.

According to the company’s website it “delivers crypto solutions, mission software and tactical communications built to keep operations moving”.

BBC Scotland News has asked Ultra I&C for comment.