Peter Kay show halted and arena evacuated after suspicious bag found; 19-year-old arrested
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 17:54 UTC
- Sources: The Guardian UK
A live Peter Kay performance at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena was interrupted after police discovered a potentially suspicious bag. The venue was evacuated and a 19‑year‑old man was taken into custody by West Midlands Police. The incident was reported by The Guardian.
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