TEEN HOLIDAYMAKER ARRESTED DURING THORNESS PUBLIC ORDER INCIDENT

A 17-year-old holidaymaker has been arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon following a public order incident involving a group of bikers at Thorness Bay Holiday Park last night (Friday). Police were called to the popular holiday park shortly before 18:00 when it was reported that a group of over 100 bikers had gathered at the park and were ‘blocking the road’. Island Echo understands that the bikers had been refused accommodation at the site as they had not booked as a group, in line with the park’s policy, but that the situation was peaceful. However, it’s thought things took a turn when a family of 6 – in a 5 seater car – took matters into their own hands. It’s alleged that 1 of the group pulled out a hammer and a knife. More than 6 police units were involved in the incident, which was brought to a conclusion by 21:00. Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary has confirmed that a 17-year-old boy from Bedford has been arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place. He has been released from custody under investigation.