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Dorset Police Shut Down East Lulworth Rave After 10 Arrests
Police said the illegal gathering drew about 2,000 people and more than 100 vehicles, and officers seized equipment under public order powers.
- On Saturday, about 2,000 people and more than 100 vehicles gathered for an illegal rave near East Lulworth, Dorset, prompting a police response that lasted through Sunday evening.
- Dorset Police reported officers "faced a violent and hostile reception" and came under attack by thrown objects while working to disperse the unauthorized crowd.
- Police made 10 arrests for offenses including driving under the influence and assaulting an emergency worker, while seizing equipment under the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act.
- Crime Commissioner David Sidwick thanked the local community for their understanding, stating authorities took "swift, proportionate action" to bring the incident to a "safe conclusion."
- Investigators are reviewing evidence to identify further offenses, while Police and Crime Commissioner David Sidwick emphasized authorities will not tolerate unlicensed music events.
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