Birthday party at a council-owned venue sparks outrage after police bust underage drinkers and arrest nine people as guests smash glass bottles and graffiti the walls
- Police were forced to break up an out-of-control party in Auckland, New Zealand
- About 200 intoxicated guests attended the birthday party earlier this month
- There were nine arrests, and the area was shut down for an hour to restore order
An out-of-control party filled with underage drinkers has sparked a warning to parents after nine people were arrested.
The person who planned the 18-year-old’s birthday party in Auckland on New Zealand’s north island could now face charges.
About 200 people attended the party at Takapuna War Memorial Hall, a venue owned by the council, on November 3.
An out-of-control party filled with underage drinkers has sparked a warning to parents after nine people were arrested (stock)
Police allege the group turned violent after officers arrived.
Nine people were arrested and part of the area had to be shut down for an hour as police restored order.
Despite the person who planned the event stating there would not be any alcohol at the event, council staff found the building littered with smashed bottles.
Graffiti was also discovered at the venue.
Graham Bodman, the Council’s arts community and events manager, told the New Zealand Herald they were ‘extremely disappointed’ one of their venues had been used for such an event.
‘The customer will be charged penalty fees to cover costs.’
About 200 people attended the party at Takapuna War Memorial Hall (pictured), a venue owned by the council, on November 3
A Police and Council Investigation is underway.
According to police, it is likely that charges will follow under the Sale of Liquor Act relating to allowing the consumption of alcohol by persons under 18 years.
In post shared on facebook, police officers reminded the public of the legal responsibilities for those hosting events.
‘You are responsible for not only your own child, but the welfare of every other child or Young Person that attends that event.’