Zeeshan Khan Rokhri's Bradford show at Life Church cancelled

Zeeshan Khan Rokhri chose to perform at the Life Church on Wapping Road for his debut tour, having been roped in by local businessman and philanthropist Shakeel Faraz.

Having already organised successful shows with some of the biggest musicians and artists from Pakistan, Mr Faraz hoped to increase engagement in culture and arts for South Asian communities.

But West Yorkshire Police were called to the venue on Monday night to reports of a security threat to cause damage to the church.

As a precautionary measure, the building was evacuated, and a search was carried out. Nothing was found. 

Footage shows the folk star walking out of the events space alongside police officers, with members of the crowd standing bewildered in the front car park. 

Footage shows attendees at Zeeshan Khan Rokhri's Bradford show being escorted out of the venue (Image: YouTube)

It followed another incident where the force dealt with criminal damage to one of the church’s function rooms.

Police have since revealed the two incidents are believed to be linked and have been recorded as hate crimes.

Inspector Paul Riley, of the Bradford East Neighbourhood Police Team, said: “We have stepped up patrols in the area to provide reassurance to the community. 

“We are treating these incidents as hate crimes and will look to take positive action. 

“If you have any concerns or information that can help, please speak to us.”

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or use the Live Chat options at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/contactus 

The crime reference number is 13220628216

Information can be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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