The comedian was bundled off stage and the venue evacuated within just 45 minutes of the performance after a suspicious bag was reported at Utilita Arena Birmingham
A man has been charged following an incident that forced the evacuation of Utilita Arena Birmingham during a Peter Kay show.
On Friday evening, chaotic scenes unfolded at the venue after the comedian was ushered offstage and the arena cleared within just 45 minutes of the performance getting under way. Reports indicated that a suspicious bag had been discovered.
Audience members said they were given no explanation during the evacuation. A member of the production team reportedly took to the stage to inform the crowd that the show had been cut short at around 8.45pm.
West Midlands Police has now confirmed that a man has been charged in connection with the incident.
Omar Majed, 19, has been charged with false communications relating to a bomb hoax, the force confirmed. The teenager, from Washwood Heath, Birmingham, has been remanded to appear before magistrates in Birmingham on 4 May, reports the Mirror.
“An evacuation of the arena was ordered yesterday evening after a report of a suspicious bag being left in the area,” the force said in a statement confirming Majed’s arrest and charge.
“Following searches, nothing suspicious was found and we are grateful to everyone for their co-operation and understanding.
“As always our priority is the safety of the public.”
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