Dundee nightclub Fat Sam's cancels all under-17 events after teens turn up 'intoxicated'

A popular nightclub has said it will no longer host under-17 events after a group of teens turned up to the venue under the influence of drugs and alcohol on Friday.

The “Young Team” event at Fat Sam’s in Dundee, which was organised by an external promoter, was brought to an early close after a large number of “rowdy, drunken youths” were refused entry into the event.

The venue made the decision after consulting Police Scotland.

The situation escalated as they continued to gather, and officers were called to remove the large group of youths at around 8.20pm.

Following the disturbance, Fat Sam’s has told STV News all under-17 events scheduled to take place have been cancelled due to teens “hell-bent on causing trouble”.

A spokesperson from the venue said: “On this occasion, a number of youths who arrived intoxicated or under the influence of drugs appeared intent on causing disruption, ultimately spoiling the night for those who had attended in good spirits.

“Regrettably, due to the actions of this group, the venue has now taken the decision to cancel all future under-17s events that were planned for the city.

“In line with protocol for all events at our venue, patrons were searched on arrival for illegal substances and weapons. These searches led to a number of items being confiscated from these young teens, and their admittance was refused.

“It saddens us that a small group of rowdy, drunken youths outwith the club, hell-bent on causing trouble, have ruined future events for so many well-behaved local young people and given a bad reflection of the city.

“We would like to thank our staff, security team, and Police Scotland for their swift response in ensuring the safety of our guests and the wider community.”

Police Scotland confirmed that they were called to the scene during the event

A spokesperson from the force said: “Around 8.20pm on Friday, January 31, we were made aware of a large group of youths gathering at a premises at South Ward Road, Dundee.

“Officers attended and the group dispersed.”