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Influencer Klaudia Zakrzewska Dies After Collision with Fellow Influencer Gabrielle Carrington; Murder Charge Filed
4/26/2026, 1:27:59 PM
Fatal Collision in Soho
On the early morning of 19 April 2026, Klaudia Zakrzewska, a 32-year-old lifestyle influencer known online as “Klaudiaglam,” was struck by a vehicle on Argyll Street in London’s Soho district. Police transported her to a hospital in critical condition; she was pronounced dead on 25 April 2026. The driver, 29-year-old Gabrielle Carrington of Manchester—also an influencer who posts under the name “RielleUK”—remained at the scene and was later arrested.
Influencer Backgrounds
Zakrzewska and Carrington both built followings by sharing fashion, travel, and lifestyle content. Carrington previously performed with the pop group Miss Dynamix, which appeared on the talent series *X Factor* in 2013. Both maintained active Instagram accounts and frequently posted from international locations.
Chronology of Events
- 19 Apr 2026, 04:30 BST – Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) respond to a collision on Argyll Street; Zakrzewska is injured.
- 20 Apr 2026 – Carrington is charged with attempted murder, grievous bodily harm with intent, actual bodily harm, dangerous driving, and drink-driving.
- 25 Apr 2026 – Zakrzewska is pronounced dead; the attempted-murder charge is upgraded to murder.
- 26 Apr 2026 – MPS release a statement requesting the public refrain from sharing graphic footage of the incident.
Charges, Injuries, and Statistics
- Defendant: Gabrielle Carrington, 29, of Manchester.
- Victim: Klaudia Zakrzewska, 32, deceased.
- Additional victim: A 58-year-old male pedestrian suffered “life-changing injuries.”
- Legal charges: Murder (upgraded from attempted murder), grievous bodily harm with intent, actual bodily harm, dangerous driving, and drink-driving.
- Evidence: CCTV footage shows Carrington re-entering her vehicle and striking Zakrzewska, causing her to be “dragged forward and dropped between the vehicle and a metal bike rack.”
Police and Prosecutorial Statements
Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, lead investigator for the MPS, expressed sympathy for Zakrzewska’s family and emphasized the need to protect the integrity of the investigation by limiting the circulation of graphic material. Prosecutor Rizwan Amin described the collision as a deliberate act captured on CCTV, forming the basis for the murder charge.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We would like to express our deepest sympathies to Klaudia’s family and friends in light of this tragic update. Our thoughts are also with everyone impacted by this incident.” — Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell
- “the circulation of such material could also undermine our ongoing criminal investigation.” — Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell
- “dragged forward and dropped between the vehicle and a metal bike rack,” — Prosecutor Rizwan Amin
- “A 58-year-old man also suffered life-changing injuries following the incident,” — Metropolitan Police Service
Legal and Social Implications
The case highlights the intersection of influencer culture with public safety and criminal law. Authorities are treating the incident as a serious violent offence, reinforcing that online fame does not exempt individuals from standard legal accountability. The incident also raises concerns about the rapid spread of graphic content on social media platforms and its potential to interfere with investigations.
Upcoming Proceedings
Carrington remains in custody pending a plea hearing. The murder charge will be formally presented at a forthcoming Crown Court appearance, where additional evidence, including the CCTV footage, is expected to be examined. The MPS has indicated that further investigations will assess whether any additional parties bear responsibility for the circumstances surrounding the collision.
