Punter Wrestled Offstage By Security At Ed Sheeran's Perth Gig

Security were forced to wrestle a punter offstage after he attempted to approach Ed Sheeran during his concert in Perth on Saturday night. 

As PerthNow reports, a man walked onto the Optus Stadium stage from behind which took Sheeran by surprise. 

The UK songwriter reportedly shook the man's hand and said "You've got to go now" before he was wrestled offstage by security guards. 

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An Optus Stadium spokesperson confirmed the incident is now in the hands of police after being dealt with by security at the new venue. 

Check out our review of Sheeran's first Perth concert on Friday night and the first of his massive Australian stadium tour here.

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