Up to forty people breach Covid rules to party near Wandsworth Bridge, Wandsworth

Two people have been arrested after up to 40 party-goers broke lockdown restrictions in Wandsworth last Thursday.

Officers were called to a house on Juniper Drive, near Wandsworth Bridge just before midnight after reports of a house party.

On entering the address, officers found there to be between 30 and 40 people inside.

The illegal gathering was shut down and a woman was arrested for breaching Covid regulations.

A man was also arrested but for an unrelated offence.

Inspector Matt Ebbs from South West Command Unit, said: “It is saddening to have to deal with an incident like this where large numbers of people have illegally gathered in breach of Covid regulations during a national lockdown.

“At a time when so many members of the public are making considerable sacrifices and abiding by the rules to keep others safe, these individuals acted selfishly and risked spreading the virus which has already claimed countless lives across our city.

“These are challenging times but we must all play our part, and I urge everyone to follow the rules to protect themselves and their community.”

Anyone caught breaking Covid restrictions with more than 15 people could be issued with Fines of £800 as part of new measures introduced last month.

Fines of up to £10,000 can also be issued for holding large illegal gatherings of more than 30 people.