Three men arrested after unlicensed music event in Thetford
Police respond to reports of illegal rave near Grimes Graves
Police have arrested three men following an unlicensed music event near Thetford over the weekend.
Officers were called to the area close to Grimes Graves after receiving reports of the event during the early hours of Sunday, 15th March.
The gathering attracted between 150 and 200 attendees, with approximately 70 vehicles present at the scene.
Authorities seized a Luton van and a Land Rover filled with sound equipment as part of their ongoing inquiries.
The individuals arrested are all men in their 20s.
The first man was taken into custody on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs and driving with excess drugs.
The second man was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs.
The third man was held on suspicion of possession with intent to supply drugs other than Class A.
All three suspects are being questioned at King’s Lynn Police Investigation Centre.
Chief Inspector Dan Edwards said: “These events, when not properly licensed and organised, can cause a great deal of disruption to residents due to excessive noise levels, traffic and anti-social behaviour.
“We would like to thank the public for giving for being vigilant as this enables us to intervene early on and safely ensure the event comes to an end.”
Norfolk Constabulary urges anyone with information about illegal raves or unlicensed music events, or who witnesses suspicious activity on farmland or in buildings, to contact them on 101 or report online.