Sixth man arrested and Land Rover Discovery seized after 'hostile' car meet in Southsea

On October 9, a 29-year-old man from Dursley in Gloucestershire was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving. This arrest comes following a car meet which took place on Saturday, September 21 and it was estimated that 500 people turned out for the meet which started at Winchester Park and Ride. The car meet then moved Southampton, Eastleigh, Chandler's Ford, Fareham and finally gathering at Southsea seafront shortly after midnight. Local police officers attended the car meet to try and disperse the meet up but they turned up to a ‘hostile’ environment where stones were thrown at them. Five people have already been arrested on suspicion of drug driving and driving dangerously.

Chief Superintendent Darren O'Callaghan said: "We have been clear we will pursue anyone believed to be engaging in dangerous driving at car meets, and remove their vehicle from the road. 

"Our teams continue to work hard to identify possible offenders and deal with them. 

"If you don't want us knocking on your door, do not engage in dangerous driving at these events, putting other people attending, the public and yourself at risk. 

"As part of our ongoing work, we also want to engage with these groups where we can, helping to educate and ensure car enthusiasts are able to share their passion with each other without dangerous behaviour or having a severely detrimental impact on the lives of our communities." 

The 29-year-old has been bailed while the investigation continues and a Land Rover Discovery has also been seized as part of the police enquiries.

A spokesperson for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary said: “As part of our ongoing investigation, we continue to appeal for anyone with information or any video footage to get in touch. You can do this either by calling 101, or by going to https://www.hampshire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us-forms/provide-more-information-to-be-added-to-a-crime-report/, and quoting the reference 44240406801.”

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