A high-profile investigation is underway in central London after Gabrielle Carrington reportedly drove her car into pedestrians outside a popular nightlife spot. The incident, which occurred during the early hours of the morning, has led to the arrest of the former talent show star and social media personality.
Witnesses were left reeling early Sunday morning when Carrington reportedly mounted the pavement in her car and struck a group of people outside a London nightclub. The collision took place near Inca London on Argyll Street at roughly 4:30 am, leaving several pedestrians injured.
Influencer RIELLEUK Arrested on suspicion of Attempted MurderThis crazy bi**h smashed her car into three pedestrians including her fellow influencerBlack People have KILLED LondonShe should get life for this!https://t.co/rv3EAkACj7pic.twitter.com/VOPnqNMiv3
Among those caught in the crash was influencer Klaudia Zakrzewska, known to her followers asKlaudiaglam. As the news broke, harrowing footage surfaced on social media showing the precise moment Carrington's car reportedly careened into the crowd waiting outside the venue.
Shortly after the incident, authorities announced the arrest of 29-year-old Gabrielle Carrington. She remains in custody as police investigate several serious charges, including attempted murder, drunk-driving, and causing grievous bodily harm.
The Daily Mailreports that Carrington originally found fame as a contestant on The X Factor in 2013, appearing as a member of the girl group Miss Dynamix.
In the years following her television debut, Carrington transitioned into a career as a social media influencer under the Instagram/TikTok handleRielleUK. Her professional portfolio also includes a brief appearance in the 2019 urban crime filmBlue Story, directed by Rapman.
Initial findings indicate that the violence may have been sparked by a confrontation just outside the club doors. Witnesses claim that Carrington and Zakrzewska were locked in a sharp verbal dispute before the collision. Not long after this encounter, Carrington reportedly steered her own black car directly into the group of people.
The fight between the group of girls before the incident 😭https://t.co/qYt6iQlBY8pic.twitter.com/j3Sqxs2DJB
The distressing footage captures the moment Zakrzewska was struck and pinned beneath the car, prompting bystanders to scramble to her aid. She was not the only victim; the collision left two other people injured. A man in his 50s, who happened to be nearby securing his e-scooter, sustained what authorities have labelled life-changing injuries. Additionally, a woman in her 30s received medical attention at the site for minor wounds.
Source: International Business Times UK
