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Eminem Concert Ends With Over 60 Arrests
According to The Independent, 22 people were arrested for public order offenses, 35 arrests for minor drug offenses, and five reported assaults. One person was detained for driving while under the influence.
But not all fans in the crowd of 80,000 were badly behaved. Superintendent Michael Devine said: "The vast majority of fans heeded the advice given in advance of the event which ensured everyone had a safe and enjoyable experience."
Extra security was provided for the Eminem concert, which included body searches at three different entrances. Overall, 750 police officers were on patrol with 500 additional security personal securing the fairgrounds.