Rutland and Leicestershire Police are investigating offences including attempted robbery and various anti-social behaviour after the mayhem caused by a 'religious' festival.

People have been arrested and some businesses have closed, with McDonald's also saying it will close early, due to the behaviour of thousands of people who have flooded the area for the event.

Rutland and Leicestershire Police have also stepped-up patrols after interventions from Rutland MP Alicia Kearns and the town and county council.

Superintendent Jonny Starbuck said this afternoon: "Our presence continues in Oakham and at the Light and Life event at Rutland Show Ground. We have additional resources from the wider force to assist in dealing with issues that have been reported including an increase in anti-social behaviour, some criminal offences and driving offences.

"This is an outdoor event which is legal. We have been working with the event organisers and partners to ensure that Covid rules are followed.

"Local officers continue to patrol on the ground and to engage with local business owners and licensed premises.

"We are investigating a number of offences including attempted robbery and anti-social behaviour. Two arrests have been made so far.

"Residents in the area continue to report anti-social behaviour which we are responding to. We are working closely with our partners, with the organiser and with participants at the event to ensure that people can go about their usual business with the least disruption. Where offences are committed, we will deal with them effectively and robustly.

"Our enhanced visible presence throughout the day, both around the site and in the town itself, is there to enhance reassurance to our local communities whilst also supporting a swift response where needed."

Anyone with any information is asked to report online at https://www.leics.police.uk/ro/report/ quoting reference log 186 of 19 June 2021 or to call 101.