Physical Security

Rave response

by msecadm4921

Thames Valley Police say that what they call their robust response to illegal music gatherings in rural Thames Valley area is paying off. In April, a rave organiser was given an Anti-Social Behaviour Order (ASBO) preventing him from organising raves in the Thames Valley Police area for the next three years. He was ordered to pay £3,000 compensation, a £1,500 fine, £15 surcharge and £80 court costs.

 

 

At the same event, 130 people were issued with notices under section 59 of the Police Reform Act which warns that if they are caught being anti-social again, their vehicles will be seized.

 

Insp Emma Baillie said: “We are pleased that our swift response to raves is paying off. Our additional police resources are succeeding in preventing these events happening. However there is no room for complacency. This bank holiday weekend we need the eyes and ears of local rural communities to help us respond early to prevent unlicensed events being set-up at all.”

 

Landowners and farmers are asked to be vigilant by checking sensors, farm gates, entry points, and outbuildings to consider how they can prevent unlawful entry onto their land. Rural communities are asked to be watchful of anyone acting suspiciously.

 

If you notice anyone acting suspiciously who may be conducting early reconnaissance on rural land or starting to set up an event, you should contact police on the non-emergency 101 number promptly with a description and location to help prevent a rave before it has started. 

If you don’t want to speak directly to the police you can contact the charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org

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