Peter Kay Show Evacuated After Bomb Hoax; 19-Year-Old Charged
Peter Kay Show Evacuated After Bomb Hoax; 19-Year-Old Charged
A bomb hoax forced an evacuation at Utilita Arena Birmingham during a Peter Kay show, as a 19-year-old from Birmingham was charged in connection with the incident.
A bomb hoax forced the evacuation of Utilita Arena Birmingham during a Peter Kay show, with the performance halted about 45 minutes in as security moved guests to safety.\n\nWest Midlands Police later said a 19-year-old, Omar Majed of Washwood Heath, has been charged with false communications relating to a bomb hoax. He was remanded to appear before magistrates in Birmingham on May 4.\n\nFollowing the evacuation, searches found nothing suspicious and police thanked the public for cooperation and understanding. Witnesses said two men entered the stage area and spoke briefly with Peter Kay before the show was halted, and audiences were calmly guided to exits.\n\nThe incident underscores the priority placed on public safety at large events, with authorities reiterating that incidents are treated seriously and investigations continue.
