Glasgow crime: Police launch investigation after spree of phone thefts at Bad Omens gig
Many music fans reported having their phones stolen at Glasgow gig.
A police investigation has been launched after a spree of phone thefts during a gig in Glasgow.
It comes after a number of music fans took to social media to complain that their mobiles had been taken during heavy metal act Bad Omens show at OVO Hydro on Sunday night.
It is thought as many as 50 phones were stolen.
The SEC, the venue’s owner, said it had "robust security" in place for all events and that an investigation is underway.
An SEC spokesperson said: The SEC has a robust security operation in place for all events.
“We did receive a number of reports of missing phones at the Bad Omens event and are investigating this further.”
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “We have received a number of reports of phones being stolen at an event at the Ovo Hydro on Sunday, November 23, 2025.
“Enquiries are ongoing.”