Police say they seized music equipment and arrested five people after crowds flocked to Formby beach.

Merseyside Police say they seized music equipment and arrested five people after crowds flocked to Formby beach.

The force says it received reports of youths gathering on the beach and sand dunes yesterday lunchtime.

Most were dispersed with officers remaining in the area to turn away anyone planning to attend.

Five people were arrested for various offences including drunk and disorderly behaviour and possession of drugs, and a speaker and music equipment was seized.

A 48hr Section 34 Dispersal Zone was put in place in response to the incident, which will run until 2:30pm tomorrow, Friday, 26 June

Throughout today and tomorrow, officers will remain at Formby beach, as well as Ainsdale and Crosby beaches, parks and beauty spots including Formby nature reserve, on foot, in vehicles and on quad bikes.