Gosport police report revellers after discovering Saturday night hot tub party - with one person mocked after denying knowledge of global pandemic

A GROUP was reported by police after holding a hot tub party last night – with one reveller mocked after claiming they did not know about the global coronavirus pandemic.

By Steve Deeks

Published 24th Jan 2021, 17:45 BST

Updated 24th Jan 2021, 17:54 BST

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Gosport police discovered a gathering of people in a back garden enjoying themselves on a Saturday night – until officers turned up.

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Police, who were less than impressed with the antics, posted on social media the individuals had been reported for breaching Covid restrictions before adding: ‘Last night persons were reported for breaching Covid-19 regulations, after holding a hot tub party in the back garden.

‘One occupant claimed they were unaware of the global pandemic, and he was almost arrested after refusing to provide his details.’

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