Woman arrested as animal rights campaigners protest at Aintree
The 33-year-old was arrested in the Greater Manchester area
A woman is being questioned in connection with potential co-ordinated disruption at Aintree, as animal rights activists gathered outside the track before the Grand National Festival's final day.
Merseyside Police say a 33-year-old woman from the London area was arrested in the Greater Manchester area on Saturday morning on suspicion of conspiracy to cause public nuisance.
The force said: "Merseyside Police has been working with The Jockey Club and other partners to keep people safe during the Grand National Festival.
"We are aware of some people planning to protest at the event. This has been factored into our plans. We respect the right to peaceful protest and expression of views, but criminal behaviour and disorder will not be tolerated and will be dealt with robustly."