Man arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and assault of emergency workers

Officers investigating an incident where a vehicle is alleged to have been driven at police officers have arrested a man and seized his vehicle.

The incident occurred shortly after 5pm on Thursday 28 May in the Powis Lane area, following the arrival of a number of caravans.

Two officers attempting to block the vehicles were hit by a wing mirror. They were not injured in the incident.

On Friday 29 May, officers arrested a man in his 30s on suspicion of dangerous driving and assault of emergency workers.

He remains in police custody.

Detective Superintendent Dan St Quintin, Police GOLD Commander for Appleby Horse Fair, said: “Appleby Horse Fair is the biggest annual policing operation for Cumbria Police.

“Our officers work diligently and professionally throughout the Fair – as well as the lead up to it – and I will not accept people acting in a way that puts their well-being at risk.

“We have a strong and respectful relationship with the majority of those people who travel here for the Fair. We will continue to engage positively with people from all communities but will not hesitate to act against anyone who believes the law does not apply to them.”