ShattaFest UK cancelled over stampede incident after venue reportedly exceeds capacity
ShattaFest UK was cancelled after police shut down the event over safety concerns arising from overcrowding. According to UK police, the event was called off after the venue exceeded its approved capacity, prompting authorities to intervene due to a stampede incident. The organisers, Ghana Party in the Park, confirmed the disruption in a statement, urging patrons not to travel to the festival grounds while emergency services managed the situation. They stated, "Due to a major incident at the festival site, the event has been temporarily paused. Please do not travel to or come to the festival site until further notice."
The organisers also said emergency services and relevant authorities are currently managing the situation, asking everyone to stay away from the area. They did not immediately provide details on whether the event would be rescheduled or if ticket holders would receive refunds. ShattaFest was expected to feature Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale as one of its headline attractions. Authorities have yet to announce whether any injuries or arrests were recorded following the overcrowding incident.
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