19‑year‑old arrested after bomb hoax forces evacuation of Peter Kay show in Birmingham
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 04:58 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
Police detained a 19‑year‑old suspect on suspicion of a bomb hoax after a suspicious bag prompted the evacuation of Peter Kay’s performance at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena. The concert was abandoned as officers conducted a safety sweep. The incident underscores ongoing concerns over public‑event security.
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