Full Breakdown
London Nightclub Crash Leads to Attempted Murder Charge Against Influencer Gabrielle Carrington
4/25/2026, 12:42:16 AM
The Night of the Crash: Collision Outside Inca Nightclub
At 04:30 am on 19 Apr 2026, a Mercedes driven by influencer Gabrielle Carrington struck three people outside Inca nightclub on Argyll Street, Soho. Footage shows the car mounting the pavement, dragging influencer Klaudia Zakrzewska under it, then hitting security guard Anoosh Chaichy and Latisha Armstrong.
Key Figures & Victims
Influencer Gabrielle Carrington (29) drove the Mercedes. Victims: Klaudia Zakrzewska (30), critically injured; Anoosh Chaichy (56), with life-changing injuries; and Latisha Armstrong (30s), minor wrist injury. Prosecutor Rizwan Amin, DCI Alison Foxwell, David Malone and Judge Nina Tempia oversee the case.
Timeline of Events
04:30 am – Mercedes collides with three people outside Inca nightclub.
05:00 – Ambulances and police arrive.
21 Apr – Carrington appears at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, remanded without plea.
19 May – Case scheduled for hearing at the Old Bailey.
Data & Statistics
Carrington’s Instagram following exceeds 365,000; Zakrzewska’s is about 260,000. Blood-alcohol reading was 61 µg per 100 ml, nearly double the legal limit of 35 µg. Charges include attempted murder, GBH with intent, ABH, dangerous driving and drink-driving.
Official Statements & Responses
Authorities said it is not terrorism-related; asked witnesses to contact portal (ref 3374/19APR) or Crimestoppers; DCI Alison Foxwell expressed sympathy; Prosecutor Rizwan Amin called scene a “melee”; David Malone reminded of right to fair trial.
Criticism & Public Concern
Social-media users posted premature tributes and false claims that Zakrzewska had died, prompting criticism of speculation. Advocacy groups warned against sharing graphic footage, urging respect for victims and caution to avoid prejudicing the legal process.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Online rumours claimed Chaichy had lost a leg; hospital statements clarified he suffered no broken bones but required extensive skin-graft surgery, showing the claim was inaccurate. No account details precise trigger of altercation preceding crash.
What’s Next
The investigation remains active, with police urging anyone with information to contact the major-incident portal (ref 3374/19APR) or Crimestoppers. Carrington’s next hearing is set for 19 May at the Old Bailey, where the charges will be addressed.
Verbatim Quotes
- “ Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, of Specialist Crime South, said: "As our enquiries continue, our thoughts are with those injured and their loved ones.” — Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, Specialist Crime South
- “The full extent of the incident wasn’t appreciated at the time officers had attended.” — Prosecutor Rizwan Amin
- “We remind all concerned that proceedings against the defendant are active and that she has the right to a fair trial.” — David Malone, deputy chief crown prosecutor
- “The scene can only be described as lots of people shouting, it could be described as a melee, so to speak.” — Prosecutor Rizwan Amin
