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Seven arrested following Silverstone circuit invasion
04/07/2022
Protestors ignore warnings at Silverstone during British F1 Grand Prix
Seven people were arrested at Silverstone yesterday following a track invasion during the Formula 1 British Grand Prix. Northamptonshire Police issued a statement on Friday saying they had received information that people were planning to protest on the track.
The invasion happened just moments after the race had started, but after the red flag was raised following the crash in the race’s first few seconds.
The Event Commander, Chief Inspector Tom Thompson, said: “I’m really disappointed that this group of people ignored our warnings prior to race-day and made the incredibly dangerous decision to enter the track.
“We offered to facilitate a peaceful event at the circuit but they instead chose to put the lives of the drivers, marshals and volunteers at risk. It is incredibly disappointing that anyone would make the decision to do this.
“Thankfully we had plans in place for an eventuality such as this and the group were swiftly removed and arrested by our officers.
Meanwhile, four men were arrested following a fight at the circuit between 5.45 and 6pm on Saturday evening. Two men required hospital treatment after the incident.
Police officers are appealing for information following the fight, which happened near the Ferris Wheel.
Published: by Banbury FM Newsteam