Drug detection dogs deployed at Abingdon Fireworks event
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Nov, 13:01 · Archive
Drug detection dogs and bag searches will be in operation at the Abingdon Funfair & Fireworks event at Abingdon Airfield.
Drug detection dogs and bag searches are being deployed at the Abingdon Funfair & Fireworks event at Abingdon Airfield today. Security teams are working alongside the dogs, and bag searches will be conducted at the entrances. The organisers have warned that smoking cannabis 'will not be tolerated' at the family-friendly event.
No outside alcohol, weapons, fireworks or laser pens are allowed. People found using illegal drugs will be removed from the event. The organisers said: 'Please respect the thousands of families attending today. Let's make it a fantastic night for everyone.'
The event features a 270-degree wrap-around fireworks show, a large travelling funfair, monster truck rides, a bonfire, and entertainment including a kids' singalong show and special guest DJ sets. It is billed as the UK's biggest fireworks display, with its pyrotechnic, light and laser display choreographed to music.
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- Drug detection dogs and bag searches at Abingdon Fireworks event todayDrug detection dogs and bag searches are set to be in operation today at a major funfair and fireworks event.Oxfordshire Guardian · 14 Nov, 12:12
- Drug detection dogs and bag searches at Abingdon Fireworks event todayDrug detection dogs and bag searches are set to be in operation today at a major funfair and fireworks event.Oxford Mail · 14 Nov, 12:12
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