A 19-year-old man has been charged with false communications relating to a bomb hoax after a Peter Kay comedy show in Birmingham was evacuated on Friday night. Omar Majed, of Washwood Heath, Birmingham, is due to appear in court on Monday, police said.
The incident occurred during a performance by the comedian at a venue in the city. A suspicious bag was discovered, prompting security staff to alert the authorities. Police attended the scene and, as a precaution, the building was evacuated. Audience members were directed to leave while specialist officers examined the item.
No explosive device was found, and the area was later declared safe. Following an investigation, a 19-year-old man was arrested. He was subsequently charged with the offence of false communications relating to a bomb hoax. The charge was confirmed by West Midlands Police.
The evacuation disrupted the show, which was part of Peter Kay's ongoing tour. It is not known whether the performance resumed after the incident.
Omar Majed is scheduled to appear at Birmingham Magistrates' Court on Monday. Police have not released further details about the nature of the alleged false communication or the evidence that led to the charge.
The offence of false communications relating to a bomb hoax involves communicating information known to be false with the intention of inducing a belief that an explosive or other dangerous item is present. Conviction can result in a custodial sentence.
The police response on Friday night was described by attendees as orderly, and no injuries were reported. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have urged anyone with information to contact them.
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