Party Crashers Hit with Fines on First Day of Lockdown
Four young adults got the party wiped out at Adelaide Place just after 1.30am on Thursday, 5 November 2020. That’s the very day new national Covid-19 lockdown rules kicked in, banning people from leaving their homes or meeting others except for essential reasons.
£200 Fines For Flouting Lockdown
kent-police/" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police swooped and slapped £200 fixed penalty notices on two men and two women in their early 20s who organised the illegal gathering.
Assistant Chief Constable Hits Out at Rule Breakers
Assistant Chief Constable Claire Nix said: “Hosting large gatherings in the middle of a pandemic, especially on the first day of a new national lockdown, is completely unacceptable. We will not hesitate to act against those showing blatant disregard for coronavirus rules.”
She added, “These selfish parties endanger not only attendees but also vulnerable family members and others they might come into contact with — including the elderly and those with serious health issues.”
Kent Residents Urged to Keep Playing It Safe
Thankfully, most people in Kent are sticking to the Government’s restrictions. ACC Nix reminded everyone, “It’s crucial we all do our bit to protect the NHS and save lives.”
