A fan tragically died after an apparent fall during the Oasis concert at Wembley Stadium on August 2. Authorities are appealing for video footage as both the band and venue express their condolences.
A man in his 40s tragically died on Saturday night during Oasis’ sold-out concert at Wembley Stadium in London, in what police suspect was a fatal fall. As reported by People, the incident occurred around 10:19 p.m., while Liam and Noel Gallagher were performing in front of a packed crowd. Emergency services, including police and the London Ambulance Service, responded quickly to reports of a serious injury inside the venue. Despite their efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities later confirmed that the man’s injuries were “consistent with a fall,” according to reports from The Independent and BBC. His identity has not yet been disclosed. Investigators are now working to determine exactly how the incident occurred.
The Metropolitan Police believe that someone — possibly several people — may have unintentionally recorded the incident on their phones. “The stadium was busy, and we believe it is likely a number of people witnessed the incident or may have knowingly or unknowingly captured it on mobile phone video footage,” they said in a statement to The Independent.
Authorities are urging anyone with video from the concert, even if it appears unrelated, to come forward.
No arrests have been made, and as of Sunday evening, August 3, police had not released any additional details about how or where exactly the fall took place.
The band responded to the incident the following day with a brief public statement. “We are shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic death of a fan at last night’s show. Oasis extends our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the individual involved,” the group said in a message shared with People.
Wembley Stadium also issued a statement, saying, “Our thoughts are with his family, who have been informed and are receiving support from specially trained police officers,” according to BBC.
Despite the heartbreaking incident, the tour continues. Oasis is scheduled to perform again on Sunday night, August 3, marking the fifth show in a string of seven sold-out dates at Wembley. The band is set to return to the venue for two additional concerts on September 27 and 28 as part of their reunion tour.
