Man arrested after trying to hide from officers

Police were responding to reports of an unlawful gathering

A man was arrested in Laxey last night after trying to hide from police officers responding to reports of an unlawful gathering.

Officers attended the scene, and saw the man trying not to be spotted through the windows.

Police used their powers under the emergency regulations, taking the man into custody.

Gatherings between people who live in different homes remain banned under the current coronavirus measures.