SLAM NATIONAL
Grand National Festival mass brawl as ‘large scale’ fight erupts at Aintree after Ladies Day
Well-dressed racegoers could be seen throwing punches in the confrontation last night
THIS is the moment well-dressed racegoers throw punches in a mass brawl after Ladies Day at Aintree.
Men in suits were seen tussling on the ground while witnesses screamed in fright as the chaos unfolded about a mile from the Grand National racecourse.
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The footage of the "large-scale" fight is believed to have started after a large group of youths confronted racegoers on Friday night.
Dozens of people can be seen getting involved in the fight as punches and kicks are sent flying between the group of hooded youths and suited gents.
One woman, with her heels in one hand, could be seen desperately trying to break up the fight.
The stoush then spilled out onto the street as motorists were forced to stop.
Police have since confirmed they were investigating after being called to the former Old Roan pub on Copy Lane - about a mile from the racecourse about 7.30 last night.
A 16-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of affray but has since been released under investigation.
It is unclear what sparked the fight.
COPS CALLED IN
Superintendent Dave Charnock of Merseyside Police said: "This kind of violent disorder in a public place will not be tolerated and we are currently examining CCTV and video footage and following a number of lines of inquiry to identify those responsible.
"A dispersal zone has been put in place to tackle anti-social behaviour and high-visibility patrols will be stepped up in the area over the weekend.
"This means that any groups of people gathering in the areas of Old Roan to Warbreck Moor can be moved on. I would ask anyone who witnessed the incident or has any footage to contact us."
He added: "Despite this incident occurring away from the racecourse, the actions of individuals involved have tarnished what was an otherwise fantastic day for racegoers and we will continue to pursue those responsible and put them before the courts.
This kind of violent disorder in a public place will not be tolerated
Superintendent Dave Charnock
"We have no doubt that everyone attending the final day of the Grand National Festival will have a fantastic time and officers will be both inside and outside the course to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience."
Police had praised racegoers for their behaviour on Ladies Day as thousands descended on the world-famous racecourse for the second day of the Grand National Festival.
Only two arrests were made on the course on Friday, with one man held on suspicion of possession of counterfeit currency and another arrested on suspicion of a public order offence.
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Anyone who witnessed the disturbance, has any dashcam or video footage or any information is asked to contact @MerPolCC ON 101 or @CrimestoppersUK.
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