Peter Kay comedy show evacuated in Birmingham after suspicious bag found
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 19:41 UTC
- Sources: BBC UK News
Police evacuated the venue hosting Peter Kay's performance after a suspicious bag was discovered. A 19‑year‑old man was taken into custody and the Birmingham site was searched for explosives or other threats.
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