Police were called to break up a lockdown-breaking organised football match in Liverpool this weekend.
Officers from Merseyside Police responded to reports of a breach of the current lockdown rules at Everton Park Sports Centre on Saturday morning, at around 10.45am.
It was reported youths had trespassed on the site and were playing football, with a number of others spectating.
Officers attended and spoke to a small group of youths who were packing up to leave.
It is believed that a number of people who had been playing football on the site had made off from the scene.
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The ECHO was sent images that appear to show a group of people - some wearing fluorescent bibs - taking part in a game of football at the centre.
The force said this is not the first time it has been told of potential covid breaches at the Liverpool City Council site and that it is aware of a problem at weekends.
Inspector Paula Oldham said: “We are aware of potential Covid breaches at this location at weekends and officers are working alongside Liverpool Council to address this issue, with additional police patrols in the area.
“We will continue to respond to reports of breaches of current legislation, and proactively patrol to ensure members of the public are adhering to restrictions.
“With local NHS services facing huge pressure, it is vital that everyone continues to play their part to ensure the rate of transmission of coronavirus is reduced, and our loved ones are protected.”
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Liverpool Council has been contacted for comment.
