Cops probing 'online racist abuse' sent to Ross County star Regan Charles-Cook after Rangers clash

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Police are probing racism claims after a Ross County player was bombarded with abuse after Saturday's draw with Rangers in the Premiership.

Regan Charles-Cook was left 'extremely hurt' from 'online racist abuse'.

The Dingwall club reported the vile slurs to cops who have now launched an investigation in to the posts.

Charles-Cook took to social media following the 3-3 match to share his frustrations and vowed to stand up to online trolls.

He said on Twitter: "I am extremely hurt and frustrated to come off the pitch today and be left multiple messages of racist abuse.

"This makes us stronger and we will continue to fight against racism!"

Charles-Cook became the Scottish Premiership 's outright top scorer when he scored his side's second goal in a 3-3 draw in Dingwall.

His strike put his team in front on the brink of half-time and although Rangers rallied through James Tavernier and Connor Goldson, Matthew Wright's late effort secured a share of the points.

A County statement in the hours after the match claims the winger has been subject to vile online messages.

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