Further arrests made after police shut down illegal rave on farm in Euston, near Thetford

Police have confirmed further arrests have been made following an illegal rave on a farm.

Officers were called at about 3.50am on Sunday to reports of a large gathering in Euston, near Thetford.

Numerous police units were dispatched to the scene of the unlicensed music event (UME), where there were initially reported to be about 500 to 1,000 people and around 80 vehicles.

Officers ordered those present to leave the site under Section 63 of the Criminal Justice & Public Order Act 1994. By late morning some began to go.

Just after 5pm, police officers took control of the music equipment and were able to fully close the event down.

On Sunday, police arrested eight people in connection with the UME, and since then, the number has increased to nine.

One person arrested on suspicion of drug-driving, criminal damage and possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply has since been released under investigation.

Of the two people arrested on suspicion of drink driving, one was released without charge and the other was charged.

Police arrested four people on suspicion of conspiracy to commit public nuisance and a further two people were arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled drug with intent to supply.

All six were bailed until November 18.

As part of the investigation two vans and a car were seized, along with various items of music and sound equipment, including five generators.

Alice Scott, chief superintendent, said: "This event was closed down following a large policing operation and the site was cleared as quickly as we were able do so, without any significant issues.”

Anyone with information should contact Suffolk Police on 101, quoting CAD 50 of September 1.

Alternatively, a report can be filed on the force’s website or anonymously via Crimestoppers.