A man in his mid-30s voluntarily attended a police interview concerning comments made during the Bob Vylan performance at this year’s Glastonbury Festival on June 28. Avon and Somerset Police confirmed the interview was conducted under caution as part of their ongoing investigation.
Over the past few months, the police sought legal guidance from the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to clarify how to proceed with the case. After receiving advice during the week beginning October 20, authorities arranged the voluntary interview, which took place on Monday, November 10.
The incident has been officially recorded as a public order matter, and the investigation remains ongoing as police continue to review relevant legislation. A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police explained that voluntary interviews are common in cases where an arrest is unnecessary, often due to considerations of public safety or evidence preservation. Individuals attending such interviews maintain full legal rights identical to those arrested.
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Following the controversial Glastonbury performance, Bob Vylan canceled other planned appearances, later resuming their UK shows at the Boardmasters Festival in Cornwall. The band’s upcoming Bristol gig at the Prospect Building on November 20 is already sold out.