Edinburgh cops warn Elrow Town dance fans about drugs and weapons
The dance event is being held at the Royal Highland Centre Showground on Saturday
Edinburgh officers are warning dance fans heading to Elrow Town festival that they will be vigilant against drugs and weapons.
A post on their Facebook page urged anyone attending the dance event in Ingliston this weekend to behave responsibly and not to put themselves or others at risk of harm.
On Saturday 27th July, the Elrow Town electronic dance music festival takes place at the Royal Highland Centre Showground and officers say they will be in place to support the organiser to keep the public safe.
Between 8,000 and up to 10,000 dance music fans are expected to attend the event and everyone going along is reminded that both police and organisers have a zero tolerance approach to drugs.
Officers will be supporting detection dogs and stewarding staff in conducting searches of all those entering the venue.
They say anyone found to be bringing illicit items such as drugs, alcohol or weapons in with them will be turned away and may face further police action.
Event Commander Superintendent Jordana Emerson said: "This is the second time Elrow has taken place at the Royal Highland Centre Showground, however this is a new format, more akin to a Festival and is one of many major events we police at this venue.
"We have a wealth of experience in dealing with large events such as this and we will have appropriate resources in place to keep all those in attendance safe and respond to any criminal incidents, which may arise.
"Please remember that you will be subject to a search before entering the venue and if you are found to have any prohibited items you have drugs, alcohol or weapons on your person, you may not be permitted entry and could face further police action you won't be getting in and may face a criminal record.
"We have detection search dogs supporting the operation who have very keen noses! Furthermore, once you're inside the ground, please drink responsibly and don't have your evening ruined by the excessive consumption of alcohol.
"I'd also like to advise those coming along that the road to Ingliston is extremely busy all day long and while a drop off and pick up area has been designated, we would recommend people utilise the public transport and free bus services being put on by the event organisers.
"This is one of the safest methods of traveling to and from the concert and will help you get there quickly and easily.
"Finally, we would advise all those planning to attend Elrow Town to dress for the conditions. While it is taking place in the height of summer, Scotland's weather is often unpredictable so please check the forecast.
"Most importantly we hope everyone attending has a safe and enjoyable event."
Basement Jaxx and Groove Armanda are among the acts playing at the event tomorrown night. Doors open at 12pm and close at 11pm with last permitted entry at 5pm.
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