Woman, 33, arrested over Grand National ‘protest plot’ at Aintree | The Sun
COPS have arrested a woman over a plot to protest the Grand National at Aintree.
The 33-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to cause public nuisance.
Officers say the woman, who is from the London area, was arrested in the Greater Manchester area this morning in connection with potential co-ordinated disruption activities at Aintree racecourse.
She is currently in custody where she will be questioned by officers.
It comes after animal rights groups, who object to using horses for entertainment and sport, revealed their intentions to disrupt the famous Aintree event.
A spokesperson for Merseyside Police said: "Merseyside Police has been working with The Jockey Club and other partners to keep people safe during the Grand National Festival.
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“We are aware of some people planning to protest at the event. This has been factored into our plans.
"We respect the right to peaceful protest and expression of views, but criminal behaviour and disorder will not be tolerated and will be dealt with robustly."
The Grand National, which takes place at 5.15pm this afternoon remains arguably the biggest horse race in the world.
The event, which traditionally features 40 horses, has been running since 1839 and around a third of the UK is expected to put at least one bet on this year's race.
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