This evening’s Fife derby saw Dunfermline take on Falkirk in an exhilarating match on the pitch, but it was overshadowed by disturbing events off the field.

The teams battled to a nail-biting 3-3 draw at East End Park, with Kyle Benedictus netting an equaliser in the dying moments for Dunfermline in this Scottish Championship encounter.

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When these two clubs clash, the atmosphere is always charged.

This derby will certainly be remembered for all the negative reasons.

Prior to the match, it was reported that fans ignored stringent warnings issued by both the SFA and the government regarding the use of pyrotechnics, as fireworks were set off by supporters from both teams in the stadium before the game commenced.

The ground was shrouded in smoke just before the start, with fans continuing to create fiery scenes throughout the contest.

The match spiraled into chaos as Dunfermline kept leveling the score after going behind late in the game.

Joyful celebrations erupted in the Falkirk stands as fans flooded onto the pitch, convinced that Liam Henderson had secured the win in the 87th minute; however, Dunfermline’s captain leveled the score just moments later in stoppage time.

Disturbing images depict around 100 seats being destroyed in the away section due to rowdy fans during the fracas.

Debris from the unrest was found scattered on the pitch beside the advertising boards aimed at by the Bairns in the second half.

Reports also indicate that players were allegedly targeted with various objects throughout the match and at the conclusion of the game.

Items including coins, flares, fireworks, and lighters were reportedly hurled at players amidst these alarming instances.

Additionally, explosive devices were also said to have been thrown onto the field.

SunSport has learned that several Falkirk fans have been apprehended.

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