EXTRA police have been drafted in and a Dispersal Order is in place today, Saturday, around Teignmouth town and waterside areas following youth disorder overnight.

Teignmouth and Dawlish police report: 'We are aware of reports of youth disorder in Teignmouth yesterday evening.

'We believe that this is unrelated to the music event being held on the Den.' Intensified deployment of police resources has been planned for this evening to effectively to deter and mitigate any threat in and around the Teignmouth Town and Waterfront areas to include: The Den, TeignmouthTown Beach and waterfront areas, Point Car Park and Back Beach.

A Section 35 police dispersal power is in effect in all key areas of Teignmouth until 7.37pm.

'A local deployment of an additional eight uniformed officers and one police sergeant has been confirmed.

'Officers will be tasked to intercept and manage any individuals arriving with the intent to cause disorder with a clear message to the community and attendees of the town that violence and antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated.'