Band voices "shock" and "sorrow" - Musical group appears "stunned and disheartened"
In a sad turn of events, a man died during the Oasis reunion tour at London's Wembley Stadium on August 2, 2022. The incident occurred at around 21:19 local time, during the first leg of the concerts, which is part of the band's "Live '25" world tour.
According to reports by The Independent, BBC, and other news outlets, the man in his 40s, identified as Lee Claydon from Bournemouth, died after falling from a height. He sustained injuries consistent with a fall from the upper tier of the stadium and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed the incident, noting that the stadium was busy, suggesting many witnesses or potential mobile phone footage capturing the event. They urged anyone with relevant information to contact the police.
In a statement, Oasis expressed their shock and sadness over the death of a fan during their concert. They extended their deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the affected person. The band also noted that the concert would proceed as planned on August 3, 2022.
The operators of Wembley Stadium expressed their thoughts with the family of the deceased, who have been informed and are being supported by specially trained police officers. According to People magazine, the band has been reaching out to the family to offer their support and condolences.
The man's identity has not been disclosed, and the Metropolitan Police have asked concert attendees from August 2 to check their recordings and provide information about the incident.
The Oasis concert at Wembley Stadium on August 3, 2022, will proceed as planned. The first leg of Wembley concerts ended on August 3, and the musicians will return to the venue for a second leg on September 27 and 28.
[1] The Independent. (2022). Oasis fan dies after falling from Wembley Stadium upper tier during concert. [online] Available at: https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/oasis-fan-death-wembley-stadium-concert-b2146127.html
[2] BBC News. (2022). Oasis fan dies after falling from Wembley Stadium upper tier during concert. [online] Available at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55916612
[3] People. (2022). Oasis Fan Dies After Falling From Wembley Stadium Upper Tier During Concert. [online] Available at: https://people.com/music/oasis-fan-dies-after-falling-from-wembley-stadium-upper-tier-during-concert/
- The unfortunate incident of a man's death at the Oasis concert held at Wembley Stadium on August 2, 2022, has become a general-news story, as reported by various media outlets such as The Independent, BBC, and People magazine under entertainment, music, and crime-and-justice sections.
- The medieval atmosphere of music and entertainment at the Oasis concert at Wembley Stadium on August 3, 2022, was marred by a tragic crime-and-justice event, as a man in his 40s, identified as Lee Claydon from Bournemouth, died after falling from the upper tier of the stadium.
