Cross county hot rod and custom car rally included up to 450 vehicles as police tried to break it up

By Neil Speight

8th Apr 2021 | Local News

HUNDREDS of high-powered and custom build cars raced through South Essex this evening.

The destination was Stanford-le-Hope and as a police helicopter hovered over the town, police vehicles attempted to break up the gathering which at one point included a large number of of cars appearing to race on the Manorway.

As the police presence grew many of the vehicles then sped off and headed west towards London via the A13.

Essex Police have issued the following statement: "We've become aware of a group involving up to 450 cars which initially met in the car park of the Sainsbury's in Chelmsford and then moved to the Manorway in Thurrock."

Chief Inspector Richard Melton, District Commander for Thurrock, said: "If you come to Thurrock this evening and take part in a car cruising event you could have your car seized.

"Our partners at Thurrock Council have put additional measures in place, such as a public space protection order (PSPO) which give us increased powers to deal and disperse these events.

"And we have additional resources available to us this weekend meaning if you come here, we have the manpower to deal with you.

"If you go somewhere else in the county, we'll be there too."

Chief Insp Melton added these events can pose a risk to those attending and to the public: "We know that when these events take place, there are some of those involved who will drive anti-socially and sometimes drive dangerously.

"This puts them at risk as well as members of the public.

"Additionally, this meet would be a clear and blatant breach of the Government's Covid-19 regulations so if you attend, you can face a fine.

"Our message is clear: If you're planning to meet, don't. Go home. You could have your car seized, you could face a fine for breaching Covid-19 regulations, and we have the resources available to deal with you."

     

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