Man Pleads Guilty After Viral Ferris Wheel Incident at Download 2026

In a bizarre turn of events at Download Festival 2026, a Nottinghamshire man, Innes Miller, has pleaded guilty to outraging public decency after being caught in a compromising position on a Ferris wheel. The incident occurred on June 13, just before Guns N’ Roses took the stage, and quickly became a viral sensation across social media.

Miller, 33, learned of his newfound internet fame when his boss called him to say, ‘You’re all over the internet.’ The court heard that a woman, who was at the festival with her young son, witnessed the act and was left mortified. Prosecutor Sally Bedford described how the child, who has autism, was visibly shocked by the scene.

During his court appearance on September 10, Miller expressed his shame and embarrassment over what he termed a ‘moment of madness.’ He was fined £80 and ordered to pay court costs and a victim surcharge. The woman involved in the incident was apologetic and not prosecuted, as she admitted to her role immediately.

This unusual case has certainly made waves, reminding festival-goers that not all moments at music events are about the music.

Source: www.loudersound.com

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