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Coroner Orders Wembley Level 5 Barrier Safety Review After Oasis Fan’s Death

The move follows a letter from a former Wembley worker raising safety concerns.

Overview

  • Senior coroner Andrew Walker directed a report on the design, height and placement of barriers on Wembley Stadium’s Level 5, including a risk assessment and any modifications since installation.
  • The coroner ordered the letter and the forthcoming report to be disclosed to Brent Council, the Football Association and Lee Claydon’s family.
  • The inquest was adjourned with a further pre‑inquest review scheduled for April 29 at Barnet Coroner’s Court.
  • Metropolitan Police said their investigation concluded in November, ruling out suicide or third‑party involvement and describing the death as a tragic accident with no toxicology concerns.
  • Lee Claydon, 45, from Bournemouth, died on August 2, 2025 after a fall from the upper tier during an Oasis concert, and a post‑mortem recorded a preliminary cause of multiple bodily injuries.