Oasis Fan Missed Entire Manchester Reunion Show After Security Guard Incident

An Oasis fan was knocked out by a security guard during the band's Manchester reunion show, causing him to miss the entire concert experience.

The Incident That Ruined a Fan's Oasis Reunion Night

An unfortunate event unfolded at Oasis’ massive Manchester reunion series last month when a dedicated fan was "clattered" by a security guard, leaving him unconscious and missing the entire concert.

Oasis performing at Heaton Park during their reunion shows.

The iconic Britpop band staged five explosive comeback shows at Heaton Park in Manchester. On July 16, during the third show, Joel Garner, a 34-year-old fan, was knocked out cold by a security guard who was in hot pursuit of some gate-crashing fans trying to sneak into the venue.

Joel had come with his sister Evie and three friends, all ready to enjoy the legendary band's performance. However, the night took a wild turn while they were heading to a bar inside the venue.

Security Chaos: Fan Knocked Out Amid Chase

Evie described the chaotic scene:

“There were five to seven security guards fully sprinting, tailing this guy who jumped over the gate. There was one massive pile-up and they clattered into the guy who jumped the barrier, and Joel.”

Security chaos impacted fans during the Oasis show.

Joel was knocked unconscious in the pileup and reportedly suffered a seizure shortly after. He was rushed to the medical center and then transported to a hospital for further treatment.

Evie shared her frustration about the security team's reaction:

“The security said to my boyfriend, ‘Did he jump the fence? Or was he collateral damage?’ What a way to refer to someone they’ve just knocked over. Then they just walked off and all of them just left. It seemed like they were trying to take down the guy and didn’t care who was in their way.”

Thankfully, Joel’s CT scan came back clear, and he was released from the hospital at 4 AM. Still, the experience was devastating — not only did Joel miss the entire show, but his whole group did too.

A Costly and Disappointing Night for Fans

Joel expressed his heartbreak after the incident:

“I am absolutely gutted to not have seen Oasis. We were just looking forward to having a good time and literally within 15 minutes all hell breaks loose. There was a bit of a commotion and before you know it, I was knocked flying by someone. I’m grateful I’m still in one piece. The five of us spent $700 on tickets and we didn’t get to see a single band.”

Gatecrashers and Security Tensions at Heaton Park

The Heaton Park shows drew intense attention from ticketless fans desperate to see Oasis, leading to multiple attempts to jump fences and enter the venue illegally. Several individuals were arrested trying to gatecrash the gigs.

Some fans resorted to other creative ways of experiencing the reunion:

• Listening to the concerts from a nearby pub across the road.
• Gathering at a local viewing area nicknamed ‘Gallagher Hill’ to watch screens from afar.

When authorities fenced off Gallagher Hill, the crowd didn’t back down. Fans scaled the new security fences just to catch a glimpse of the band. Liam Gallagher even dedicated the classic track “Bring It On Down” to those watching from the hill.

Oasis Shows Fuel Manchester's Music Future

The revenue from these five explosive Heaton Park shows is slated to support grassroots music venues across Manchester. The local council has set up a fund, bolstered by earnings from Oasis and other major artists' gigs, to help small live music venues thrive in the city.

Tragedy at Wembley: A Stark Contrast

Following the Manchester gigs, Oasis moved on to five unforgettable shows at London’s Wembley Stadium. Tragically, during the fourth concert, a man fell to his death from an upper tier of the stadium, an incident that deeply shocked the band and their fans worldwide.

Final Thoughts

The Manchester reunion shows were meant to be a celebration of Oasis’s monumental legacy, but for Joel Garner, it became a night he’ll never forget for all the wrong reasons. From security chaos to missed moments, the incident highlights the challenges of managing massive crowds for such iconic events.

What do you think about the security handling at big concerts? Have you ever experienced something similar?

Frequently Asked Questions

• How did the fan get injured at the Oasis concert? Joel Garner was knocked unconscious by a security guard who was chasing a fan trying to jump the gate.
• Did Joel Garner recover after the injury? Yes, he underwent a CT scan which was clear, and he was released from the hospital later that night.
• Why were fans trying to jump the fences at Heaton Park? Many ticketless fans wanted to catch the Oasis reunion shows, leading to attempts to enter the venue illegally.
• What happened at the Gallagher Hill viewing point? Fans gathered there to watch the concert screens, but after it was fenced off, some scaled the fences to continue watching.
• Is the revenue from Oasis shows supporting local music? Yes, the funds from the Heaton Park concerts will help grassroots music venues in Manchester.

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