Northamptonshire Police say they have received ‘credible intelligence’ that protestors are planning to disrupt Formula 1’s British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
Up to 400,000 spectators are expected to be in attendance across the course of the grand prix weekend.
Protests have occurred previously at Silverstone, most notably in 2003, when a man ran along the Hangar Straight before being tackled to the ground by a marshal.
In a release issued on Friday event commander Chief Inspector Tom Thompson said: “We have received credible intelligence that a group of protestors are planning to disrupt the event and possibly invade the track on race day.
“First of all, I want to appeal directly to this group of people and strongly urge you to not put yourselves, the drivers, as well as the many marshals, volunteers and members of the public, at risk.
“Going onto a live racetrack is extremely dangerous – if you go ahead with this reckless plan you are jeopardising lives.
“Protesting is of course everyone’s human right in this country and we are more than happy to speak with you to help you facilitate a peaceful protest at the circuit, we just please ask that you do not create a situation that puts lives in danger.
“I would just appeal to members of the public to be extra vigilant and to make us aware of anything you see during the race weekend that doesn’t look right. We would rather get a well-meaning report that turns out to be nothing, than not receive one at all.
“If you see or suspect anything suspicious, please report it to a member of the police or security.”
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