1Xtra's Birmingham event was halted last night – October 5th – after rapper Krept was stabbed.
The event brought a wealth of rap talent to Birmingham, as well as showcasing the city's own vibrant scene.
However the 1Xtra concert was halted early, with initial reports suggesting a brawl had broken out backstage.
The BBC press office stated:
“Following an isolated serious incident, we have had to stop 1Xtra Live in Birmingham. We are co-operating fully with the police to establish what has happened.”
— Radio 1 Press Office (@BBCRadio1PR) October 5, 2019
Reports emerged that someone had been stabbed backstage, with rapper Krept – of Krept & Konan – being named as the victim. The BBC press office then stated:
We are upset and saddened that something like this should happen to a guest at one of our events and we remain in close contact and continue to offer our full support 2/2
— Radio 1 Press Office (@BBCRadio1PR) October 6, 2019
Following hours of speculation Krept then tweeted to fans, reassuring them that he was on the mend:
My people thanks for the messages Im good, ill be back in no time. God was with me trust me. Cant keep a good man down
— I SPY OUT NOW (@kreptplaydirty) October 6, 2019
The incident carries a heavy element of tragic timing – Krept recently spoke against knife crime and gang culture in the House of Commons. More on this as it develops.
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