Peter Kay show in Birmingham evacuated after 'suspicious bag' found

The comedian had been performing at the venue on Friday evening.

A Peter Kay gig has been evacuated after a “potential suspicious bag” was found, police said.

Birmingham Police wrote on X that the Utilita Arena in Birmingham was evacuated on Friday evening.

A 19-year-old man is in custody, and the venue is being searched, the force added.

The comedian had been performing at the venue on Friday evening.

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    Last updated May 1st, 2026 at 22:24

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