One man has been charged with supplying a prohibited drug at the Lunar Electric Festival held on Winery Drive, Port Macquarie on Saturday.
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Police also reported 19 instances of drug detection.
One woman was taken to Port Macquarie Base Hospital after complaining of adverse reaction to drugs. She has since been released from hospital.
Officers from the Mid North Coast Police District attended the festival at Cassegrain Winery on Saturday.
Police said there were some 2000 patrons at the event. They were generally well-behaved, police said in a statement.
Along with the 19 drug detections, there were also a number of other offences including fail to quit, assault, offensive conduct, drink-driving, and positive test to roadside drug test.
Police confirmed an 18 year old man was arrested for suspected drug supply.
He was taken to Port Macquarie Police Station where he was charged with supply prohibited drug, and granted conditional bail to appear at Port Macquarie Local Court on Wednesday February 6, 2019.
Police have confirmed they will conduct a debrief with event organisers.
Prior to the event co-organiser Shaun Dunn said he had a clear message for festival goers – strictly no drugs.
Following on the from the tragic news of drug-related deaths at two summer music festivals already this season – Lost Paradise and Beyond the Valley – Mr Dunn said while alcohol was sold at the event, there was no tolerance for illicit drug use.
“We want people to ensure they stay safe and hydrated and just enjoy the music,” Mr Dunn said.
“We do not condone drug use at all – this is a drug-free event.”
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