Omar Majed, 19, was removed from Birmingham Magistrates’ Court on Monday after repeatedly interrupting the hearing in connection with a bomb scare at a Peter Kay comedy show [1]. He was charged with communicating false information to police regarding a bomb at the venue and failed to comply with the judge’s instructions to stop his outbursts [1].
Prosecutors allege that Majed indicated to a police constable and others that an explosive device might have been left inside the Utilita Arena in Birmingham, which has a capacity of over 15,000 spectators [1]. The incident led to the evacuation of the venue on Friday evening after Peter Kay abandoned his performance around 45 minutes after taking the stage, delaying the show for nearly 13,000 attendees [1].
Police conducted extensive searches following the threat but found no suspicious items. Authorities described the evacuation as a precautionary measure in response to the reported threat [1].
Majed did not enter a plea during the hearing and was remanded in custody [1]. The court ruled the case was serious enough to be transferred to the Crown Court, where Majed is due to appear in June [1].
At the hearing, when removed after repeated interruptions, Majed reportedly said it was "not acceptable" [1]. The brief Monday magistrates’ court hearing was overshadowed by the disruption before court officials escorted him out [1].
