AN ILLEGAL party in Oxford was broken up by police officers over the weekend.

Thames Valley Police attended the packed 'unlicensed' event at Blackbird Leys on Saturday.

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A spokesperson for the force said that such events are 'hugely disruptive' to the community and can be 'dangerous' for those who attend.

They added: "We work closely with our partners and the locals to help spot early signs that a rave or unlicensed music event is being set up and we will put plans in place to stop them."