The Co-op Live's naming rights holder says it is 'shocked' by an incident that led to the arena's first full show being cancelled.
The Co-op Group has vowed to demand a 'full explanation' after part of an air conditioning unit fell from the gantry inside the venue prior to the start of the gig this evening.
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie's show at the troubled arena was cancelled at the last minute as hundreds of people queued outside. Ticket holders were told to 'leave the arena' after bosses announced the concert would not be going ahead due to a 'technical issue'.
The decision came just ten minutes before the opening support act was due on stage. READ MORE: A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie issues fiery statement as Co-op Live gig is cancelled A spokesperson for the venue confirmed that the decision to cancel the concert was made after an item - believed to be part of an air conditioning unit - fell from a gantry inside the arena during soundcheck.
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