Police Arrest Man on Suspicion of Fraud After Security Incident at European Athletics Championships

Police have arrested one man following a security incident at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham that disrupted transport for fans and athletes. West Midlands Police said the arrest, made after concerns were raised about a man with the wrong accreditation, was for suspicion of fraud. As a precaution, security measures were introduced and transport for championship staff and athletes was suspended, causing significant delays. Organisers later said there was no immediate risk to the public and that the concluding events could proceed.