Oasis concert sees arrests amid large crowd

Oasis are playing the last of their Manchester shows at Heaton Park on Sunday

Oasis concert sees arrests despite large turnout

During Oasis' penultimate concert in Heaton Park, over 70,000 fans attended the show on Saturday night. Organizers prepared for potential issues as another concert by Billie Eilish occurred concurrently. Luckily, the concert was mostly incident-free, although Greater Manchester Police reported 14 arrests for various offences like fraud and assault. The police praised the successful management of the event amidst a yellow thunderstorm warning and previous challenges with ticketless fans. The final show is set for Sunday night.

This event underscores the challenges of managing large crowds and maintaining safety. Local authorities introduced significant measures in anticipation of trouble, reflecting a growing concern over crowd control in major events. While no major incidents occurred, the arrests highlight ongoing issues with public safety at packed concerts. These incidents can damage the reputation of such gatherings and lead to calls for stricter measures in future events.

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The final show promises to be a significant event for fans and authorities alike.