Arrests made after Easter illegal rave shut down.
According to Sussex Police, 15 people were arrested following an illegal rave that has since been closed down.
On Sunday morning, the force received notification of an unlicensed music event in Charlton Wood, north of Chichester, West Sussex.
Officers responded to the scene and closed nearby roads to prevent additional people from entering, according to police.
A total of 11 people were arrested on suspicion of drink or drug driving, one on suspicion of possession with intent to supply illegal drugs, and three on suspicion of engaging in unauthorised licensing activity.
Eddie Mitchell.
Police closed off roads near the woods.
Police said Section 63 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act was invoked, giving them the authority to remove people attending or preparing for a rave.
Equipment such as speakers, sound systems, and stages were seized.
A number of vehicles remain abandoned on the forest’s surrounding roads, according to a Sussex Police spokesperson.
Supt Shane Baker stated, “Events of this nature can have a hugely negative impact on the environment, cause extreme distress to livestock, and significantly disturb local residents.”
“The bottom line is they are illegal.”
He stated that the event had reached a “safe and successful conclusion”.
“I’d also like to remind any motorists to collect any vehicles they may have abandoned, but only when they are fit to drive,” he mentioned.
Sussex Police have launched an investigation, and they are asking anyone with information or video footage to contact them.
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