Peter Kay show stopped and 19-year-old in custody after ‘suspicious bag’ found
A Peter Kay comedy show at the Utilita Arena Birmingham was halted when a 'suspicious bag' was discovered nearby, prompting an evacuation. The comedian was pulled from the stage about 45 minutes into the performance, and attendees were asked to leave without immediate explanation. A 19-year-old man was taken into custody as a precaution while police conducted a search of the area.
- ▪A Peter Kay show at the Utilita Arena Birmingham was stopped due to a potential suspicious bag.
- ▪The venue was evacuated and a 19-year-old man was taken into custody by West Midlands police.
- ▪Audience members were not informed of the reason for evacuation during the incident.
- ▪The arena confirmed the safety of all attendees and stated the venue is secure.
- ▪Ticket holders were to be contacted regarding the incident and potential impact on future shows.
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Peter Kay is scheduled to perform a second show at the Utility Arena Birmingham on Saturday. Photograph: Suzan Moore/AlamyView image in fullscreenPeter Kay is scheduled to perform a second show at the Utility Arena Birmingham on Saturday. Photograph: Suzan Moore/AlamyPeter KayPeter Kay show stopped and 19-year-old in custody after ‘suspicious bag’ foundComedian pulled from stage in Birmingham about 45 minutes into performance and audience told to leaveRaphael BoydFri 1 May 2026 17.54 EDTLast modified on Fri 1 May 2026 18.04 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA live show by comedian Peter Kay in Birmingham has been stopped after a “potential suspicious bag” was found around the venue.The Utilita Arena Birmingham was evacuated and a 19-year-old man was taken into custody, West Midlands…
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