Unlicensed music event in Torfaen
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We received reports of an unlicensed music event in The British, Talywain, Pontypool.
We received reports that loud music could be heard coming from The British, near Talywain, Pontypool, in the early hours of Wednesday 1 January.
Officers are in attendance and we're asking the community to avoid the area.
Superintendent Stephen Drayton said:
"In line with existing powers, and to ensure the safety of those going to unlicensed music events, and those in the vicinity, officers can close the event to prevent any escalation, seize equipment and prosecute organisers.
"The power to the site has now been disconnected and we've served a section 63 notice to those in the area, directing them to leave.
"Raves can cause serious disruption to nearby residents, pose risks to those in attendance, and will not be tolerated.
"As our officers continue to deal with the incident, and as people leave the site, we're asking the wider community to avoid the area wherever possible to avoid a build-up of traffic."