Klaudia Zakrzewska, known online as Klaudiaglam, was among three people injured in the alleged collision on Argyll Street in central London in the early hours of Sunday morning
An influencer and former X Factor contestant has been charged following a collision outside a Soho nightclub that left three people injured.
The incident occurred at approximately 4.30am on Sunday (April 19) on Argyll Street, close to the Inca nightclub, when a vehicle struck pedestrians. Among those hit was social media personality Klaudiaglam, whose real name is Klaudia Zakrzewska. Video footage circulating online shows her being struck and trapped underneath the car before bystanders rushed to her aid.
Two other individuals were also hurt – a man in his 50s who had been unlocking his e-scooter, and a woman. The man sustained life-changing injuries and was transported to hospital, while the woman, thought to be in her 30s, was treated for less severe injuries.
The Met Police have confirmed the arrest of Gabrielle Carrington, 29, also known as RIELLEUK, and stated she has been charged with attempted murder, grievous bodily harm with intent, actual bodily harm and drink driving. She has been remanded in custody pending her initial appearance at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 21 April.
In recent years, Carrington has established herself as an influencer, amassing 362,000 followers on Instagram, where she can be seen posing alongside a black Mercedes, reports the Daily Star.
Carrington initially rose to prominence as a teenager when she progressed to the live finals of The X Factor in 2013 as part of girl group Miss Dynamix, winning praise from judges including Gary Barlow. In recent times, she has built up a substantial social media presence, boasting approximately 362,000 followers on Instagram.
Emergency services were called following reports that “a car had been involved in a collision with pedestrians” in central London.
Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, of Specialist Crime South, said: “As our enquiries continue, our thoughts are with those injured and their loved ones.
“While this incident took place in the early hours of the morning, venues in the area were still open, and we believe a number of people will have seen what happened.
“I would urge anyone who witnessed the collision, or any activity prior to it that they feel may be of relevance, to come forward.
“The information you have – however minor you believe it may be – could be of crucial importance to investigators.”
Officers have confirmed the incident is not being treated as terror-related. Anyone with information is urged to get in touch with the Met Police by calling 101, quoting reference 3374/19APR. Officers have also highlighted that details can be passed on anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
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