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ECHO readers have expressed their anger towards those who attended an illegal rave near Warrington.
Police were called to the 320-acre farm in Astley around 8.45pm on Saturday following reports of an ‘unlicensed music event’ by the land owner.
Greater Manchester Police have said they dispersed a group of 300 people and recovered drugs and weapons from the scene.
Seven police vehicles were attacked and their tires slashed while officers searching the scene found a machete in an area of bushes.
Two men were arrested; a 26-year-old on suspicion of not providing the personal data of a FPN and a 36-year-old for possession of class A drugs.
The images, titled “lockdown rave,” on the social media platform showed a long line of police vehicles parked nearby and police helicopters above.
Now, ECHO readers have expressed their anger and frustration towards the people who participated in the rave.
Nigel Ynwa Mealor said: “The mind is bogged down, they are just stupid or just don’t care about others, and they have been the first to moan if they get sick or the lockdown lasts longer.
Ann Howells said: “They obviously want the lockdown extended.”
Davina Jameson said: “I should have fined each and every one of them and have a criminal record. See how smart they think they are.”
Maurice Byrne said: “Foolish and selfish people. How dare they put others in danger?”
Brian Dooley said: “We will never get rid of the virus, as long as idiots behave like this.”
The illegal “rave” came hours after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that a nationwide lockdown would be applied as of Thursday.
The illegal “rave” came hours after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that a nationwide lockdown would be applied as of Thursday.
Currently, Greater Manchester, like Warrington and the Liverpool City region, are under “Level 3” restrictions.
Gatherings of more than six people are prohibited.
The illegal gathering resulted in a GMP response which was supported by the Cheshire Police, the British Transport Police (BTP), the National Police Air Service (NPAS) and Network Rail.
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GMP Deputy Chief of Police Rob Potts said: “This event was unacceptable and a blatant disregard of, not only the restrictions for COVID-19 and the safety of others, but also the safety of those present, as we saw serious examples during the summer period of the dangers posed by attending such events.
“Fortunately, our officers, along with support resources from Cheshire, BTP, NPAS and Network Rail were able to quickly bring the event to an end and prevent more people from attending, as well as ensuring a safe and orderly departure from the site despite the challenges. raised by the surrounding terrain.
“This event was a clear and flagrant violation of current regulations to keep people safe and a comprehensive investigation has been launched to bring the organizers to justice.
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“I would also like to reiterate our message for the summer to those who are thinking of attending these events and those who are willing to leave their children at these illegal gatherings; While many may attend to have a good time, not all go with the same intentions. In addition to being illegal, these events are not safe and the fact that a machete was recovered from the site of this event is a disturbing but important reminder that this is still the case.
“Our dedicated plans to address events like these meant that this illegal gathering did not compromise our response to other ongoing incidents, but we must all work together and continue to comply with government regulations to avoid unnecessary demands on all emergency services. Where there are flagrant violations, there will be strict enforcement. “
Any information about this illegal event must be reported to the police at 0161 856 3034 quoting incident number 3231 from 10/31/2020. Details can also be transmitted anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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