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Police Close Investigation into Glastonbury Chants, No Charges Filed

12/23/2025

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Avon and Somerset Police closed their investigation into chants during Bob Vylan (the band)'s Glastonbury performance, and no charges will be filed.
The police said evidence was insufficient for prosecution under the Criminal Prosecution Service guidelines.
The inquiry included a voluntary interview with a man in his thirties.
The police acknowledged public outrage over the chants and stressed the importance of addressing such comments.

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Story summary

Avon and Somerset Police closed their investigation into chants during Bob Vylan (the band)'s Glastonbury performance, and no charges will be filed.
The police said evidence was insufficient for prosecution under the Criminal Prosecution Service guidelines.
The inquiry included a voluntary interview with a man in his thirties.
The police acknowledged public outrage over the chants and stressed the importance of addressing such comments.