A man faces charges after an alleged bomb scare led to the evacuation of Utilita Arena Birmingham during a Peter Kay performance. The incident unfolded swiftly last night, with the comedian abruptly leaving the stage and the venue cleared within 45 minutes as police investigated a suspicious bag.
Attendees were left in the dark during the evacuation, with a member of the production team informing the crowd that the show was cut short. West Midlands Police has disclosed that a suspect has been arrested in connection with the incident.
Nineteen-year-old Omar Majed, from Washwood Heath, Birmingham, has been charged with false communications related to a bomb hoax and is set to appear in Birmingham magistrates’ court on May 4. Authorities revealed that the arena was evacuated following a report of a suspicious bag, but no dangerous items were discovered after thorough searches.
Images from the scene depicted officers combing through the arena after the evacuation, which saw a calm and orderly exit by attendees. Utilita Arena Birmingham emphasized that safety is paramount and assured that all individuals were evacuated safely. Ticketholders are slated to receive direct communication regarding the incident.
