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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Rebecca Day

Police break up 'massive party' with 25 guests during coronavirus lockdown

Police broke up a 'massive party' with 25 guests during the coronavirus lockdown.

Officers were left in 'absolute shock' when they found the revellers ignoring social distancing rules in Derby.

The guests had even set up large speakers in the room for karaoke.

Local officers posted photos from the party on Twitter, showing a huge buffet laid out with beers, wine and various snacks.

The party-goers, including adults and children, were 'dispersed' by police.

The hosts have been 'dealt with', the post said.

The tweet, put up by Derby West Response at 12.30am this morning (Sunday) said: "Group 1 officers have just attended an address in absolute shock to find 25 adults and children having a massive party with speakers and karaoke.

"Everyone dispersed and hosts dealt with.

(Derby West Response)

"It is clear people are still having complete disregard for the Government advice and rules."

Under the current government rules designed to prevent the spread of coronavirus, people are being asked to stay at home unless for very limited purposes.

Residents should only leave their homes for essential work, for a medical need, to exercise once a day, or to shop for necessities.

Police have been given powers to enforce the rules - by breaking up social gatherings and by imposing fines.

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