POLICE were called to break up an unlicensed music event in West Somerset on Saturday night (September 20).

Officers were called to the scene, near Triscombe, on Saturday night, and closed roads around the scene.

“Several calls have been received and we are now seeking to bring the event to a safe conclusion due to the disruption being caused,” an Avon & Somerset Police spokesperson said last night.

“Road closures are in place and people are being directed to leave the area.”

By this morning, officers said they remained at the scene, “engaging with a small number of people who remain to bring the event to a safe conclusion”.

“Sound equipment was turned off voluntarily at 8.30am after a dispersal notice was served,” they added.

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