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Police arrest hundreds at London carnival

By Associated Press
Tuesday, August 26, 2008 - Added 135d 6h ago

LONDON - Police say they arrested hundreds of people at the Notting Hill Carnival, one of Britain’s biggest street festivals.

The Metropolitan Police said Tuesday that 330 people were arrested over the two-day event in London for offenses ranging from drunkenness and possession of drugs to assault and disturbing the peace. In addition, 150 people were arrested on their way to the carnival.

 
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A participant in costume dances as...
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A participant in costume dances as revelers parade through the streets during the Notting Hill Carnival in London, Monday.
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