Police have arrested and charged 18 people in connection with planned violence in Aberdeenshire.

They also issued six penalty notices to alleged offenders after planned incidents in Inverurie.

Officers carried out high-visibility patrols in the area after concerns of further planned incidents on Friday, which failed to materialise.

The operation focused on Inverurie, Kintore, Kemnay and surrounding areas.

Sergeant William Murdoch said: "Although reports were that there was to be an arranged disturbance, Friday night went without incident.

"Support from members of our public has been fantastic with a high number of calls alerting us to potential incidents.

"We've made it clear to those previously involved and those planning to take part that they will face court.

"Our support to the area won't stop and our patrols will continue so that we are in a strong position to reduce the risk from anything further by taking action against those set on violence."