Around 150 people, including children, were sent home after police shut down a Halloween party in Lancashire. The gathering was held at a cottage in Whittle-le-Woods, Chorley, on Friday night. Many of the young people attending were under the influence of alcohol, police said.
Police disperse partygoers
Chorley Neighbourhood Police, part of Lancashire Police, urged parents who had dropped their children off at the party to make arrangements for them to get home. The local policing team said: "Parents, read and share this message. If you have dropped your children off at a party at a cottage on Moss Lane, Whittle-le-Woods, then we strongly suggest you make contact with your child.
"The party has been shut down and approximately 150 people/children have been dispersed from the address. Many of these are under the influence of alcohol.
Parents urged to contact children
"Please share this message ASAP to ensure all children get home safely to their respective families. Thanks in anticipation."
