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Bob Vylan and Kneecap under ‘criminal investigation’ over Glastonbury performances

The bands faced police scrutiny after one led a ‘death to the IDF’ chant and the other allegedly called on fans to ‘start a riot' at an upcoming court appearance

By Jacob Jaffa

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Both Bob Vylan and Kneecap are under 'criminal investigation' related to their Glastonbury performances (Pictured: Bobby Vylan of Bob Vylan (L) and DJ Próvaí of Kneecap (R))
The Met Police has confirmed that 'no further action' will be taken against Kneecap over allegations that one of the band's members told fans to 'kill your MP' at a 2023 concert (Image: Getty)
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Bob Vylan performing at Glastonbury (L), and the offices of the BBC (R)
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