Athletics championships transport delayed after 'suspicious activity'

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Transport services at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham were delayed due to suspicious activity involving a man with incorrect accreditation found in the stadium. West Midlands Police confirmed there was no immediate public risk but the incident caused transport disruptions for athletes, fans, and staff.

Transport was suspended for athletes, fans and staff at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham after a man was found in the stadium “with the wrong accreditation,” amid concerns about “suspicious activity. ” West Midlands Police said on Sunday this “led to delays to transport from the stadium for the wider public” on Saturday, adding there was “no immediate risk to the public.