More than 100 incidents have been recorded where frontline officers have been abused including threats of deliberate transmission of Covid-19.
Police Scotland issued a warning at the weekend that coronavirus-related attacks and threats aimed at officers and staff will not be tolerated.
The incidents, that include being spat at, coughed on and transmission threats, took place between March 24 and April 18.
Deputy Chief Constable Fiona Taylor said: “Police officers and staff are playing a vital role as we all make the changes and sacrifices needed to protect the NHS and save lives.
“I’d like to thank the vast majority of our communities for their co-operation and support as we all contribute to the national effort to curtail the spread of coronavirus.
“Those doing the right thing will agree these sorts of attacks on our officers and staff are outrageous and disgraceful.
“Abuse and assault is not simply part of the job for officers and staff and will not be tolerated.”
During the coronavirus outbreak, police have been engaging with the public, explaining the physical distancing requirements, encouraging people to comply with the law, and using enforcement only where necessary.
Ms Taylor added: “The Chief Constable and Lord Advocate have made it clear that those engaging in this behaviour will be dealt with robustly by Scotland’s police and prosecution service.
“Threatening police personnel, or any other emergency service worker, while they are carrying out their duties to keep the public safe will result in immediate arrest.
“On the occasions where such incidents have occurred we have seen a very supportive approach from Sheriffs across the country and in some instances, offenders have been remanded in custody.”
