June 11, 2009 16:30

Pete Doherty's Derby gig cancelled after drugs arrest

Promoters pulls show after star is apprehended in Gloucester

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Pete Doherty's show tonight (June 11) at the Derby Rockhouse has been cancelled after the Babyshambles man was arrested in Gloucester for driving and drugs offences.

The frontman was picked up by police after he was seen driving erratically in the early hours of this morning after playing a solo gig. He is still in custody.

Promoters of the Derby show have released a statement saying that the gig will be rescheduled soon and that original tickets would be valid for the new date. Refunds are available.

Keep checking NME.COM for the latest on Doherty and to find out the rescheduled Derby date when announced.