Peter Kay show evacuated due to ‘suspicious bag’
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BBCA show by comedian Peter Kay at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena has been evacuated and the venue is being searched after a “potential suspicious bag” was found.
West Midlands Police said that a 19-year-old man is in custody.
The comedian was about 45 minutes into his show when it was cut short, according to a BBC reporter in the audience.
Kay left the stage as part of the evacuation.
Videos shared on social media appear to show crowds at the venue heading for the exits.
The arena has been contacted for comment.
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