Swifties headed to Vienna share nerves after Eras Tour shows canceled over alleged terrorist threat
Hours after this weekend's Eras Tour shows were canceled in Vienna, Austria, due to a foiled terror plot, Swifties from around the globe are grappling with what to do in the city.
Hours after this weekend’s run of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour shows in Vienna were canceled because of a suspected terrorist plot, fans from around the globe who were planning to attend are instead grappling with concerns over safety in the city.
Two men were arrested in Vienna on Wednesday in connection with a suspected plan to attack major events in the city, with a focus on Swift's concerts, which were set for Thursday, Friday and Saturday at Ernst-Happel-Stadion, Austrian authorities said.
Two U.S. officials familiar with the investigation said Austrian law enforcement is looking for an additional person or people who may have some knowledge of the suspected attempt.
Officials at first said the shows would go on with heightened security measures in and around the concerts, but Barracuda Music, an event organizer in the city, posted Wednesday evening on Instagram that it had "no choice but to cancel the three scheduled shows for everyone's safety."
The message was reposted by Taylor Nation, an account run by Swift's team. Swift has yet to share any official news of the cancellation, but her official website reflects the change in plans and says all ticketed fans will get refunds. It is unclear whether the shows will be rescheduled.
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