Man charged after bomb hoax at Peter Kay show
Summary
A 19-year-old man was charged for causing a bomb scare that led to the evacuation of a Peter Kay comedy show in Birmingham. The man will appear in court after police found no suspicious items at the venue.Key Facts
- Omar Majed, 19, from Washwood Heath, Birmingham, was charged with false communications.
- The bomb hoax happened during Peter Kay’s show at the Utilita Arena.
- The arena was evacuated and Peter Kay stopped his performance 45 minutes in.
- Police searched the area but found nothing dangerous.
- The event’s safety was the top priority for police and venue staff.
- Ticket holders will be contacted about next steps by whoever sold their tickets.
- The venue shared updates and thanked attendees for cooperating with the evacuation.
- Court appearance is scheduled at Birmingham magistrates on Monday.
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