Wishaw gym owner wants to meet parents of kids who smashed receptionist's computer

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A Lanarkshire gym owner is hoping to meet the parents of three youngsters who verbally abused a staff member and smashed a computer.

Scott Allan, who runs Rivals Gym in Wishaw alongside brother Sam, spoke out following the incident on Tuesday, January 10.And Scott, who is aiming to become British bantamweight boxing champion next month, is aiming to secure a sitdown with the parents of the individuals following an appeal on social media.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android He told Lanarkshire Live: “I was really disappointed when I heard about this.“One of our members was verbally abused by the three of them coming into the gym before another member told them to get lost.“They then came back and went into the gym to verbally abuse our receptionist before smashing her MacBook, which cost a fortune.“If I spoke to the police the only thing that can be done is a letter going through their door, so I haven’t bothered about that.“We have CCTV and put pictures on our Facebook last night.“We got a great response and have got the names of the three kids and one of the parents is coming down to see me.”Scott took time to thank members of the Wishaw public who got in touch following his social media appeal.And he hopes that the incident will be a one-off.He added: “Gyms like ourselves are helping to keep kids