Scottish referee John Beaton is placed under police surveillance following backlash over a controversial penalty decision in Celtic’s win over Motherwell, according to reports citing the Scottish Football Association. The penalty award led to widespread criticism of Beaton’s officiating. Media accounts also say that Beaton’s personal details were leaked online after the match, increasing concerns about his safety. The Scottish FA states that the surveillance is being carried out by police, indicating that officials treat the situation as a security issue rather than only a sporting controversy. The reports describe how the criticism escalated after the incident became widely discussed, with additional attention drawn to the online dissemination of personal information. While the match decision itself is the focus of the dispute, the latest developments center on measures taken to protect the referee. The Scottish FA’s involvement suggests the governing body is monitoring the aftermath of the match and is responding to the reported threats or harassment connected to the penalty controversy.