A social media influencer has died six days after a car struck her and other pedestrians outside a nightclub in central London. Klaudia Zakrzewska, 32, from Essex, was injured in Argyll Street, Soho, at around 4.30am on Sunday April 19 and was pronounced dead on Saturday.
Incident details
Ms Zakrzewska, known on TikTok and Instagram as Klaudiaglam, was hit by a Mercedes outside the Inca nightclub. A 58-year-old man also suffered life-changing injuries in the incident. Former X Factor finalist Gabrielle Carrington, 29, appeared in court on Tuesday accused of attempting to kill Ms Zakrzewska. The Metropolitan Police confirmed on Saturday that the charge will be upgraded to murder following her death.
Suspect and charges
Carrington, of Broadfield Road, Manchester, is also accused of dangerous driving, being nearly twice the drink-drive limit, and causing injuries to two other people – a third woman and a security guard – who were also hit by her vehicle. Carrington was a member of Miss Dynamix, who reached the X Factor live finals in 2013, and now has over 365,000 Instagram followers under the handle RIELLEUK.
Community support
A crowdfunding campaign on GoFundMe has raised nearly £18,000 for Ms Zakrzewska’s treatment and her family’s legal fees. The page, reportedly set up by her mother Kinga, states: "If at any time things take a turn for the worst, additional funds will go towards funeral costs and continuous support for the family." Her mother added: "Those who know me understand how much I love my daughter and what a special bond we have, and I cannot give up on my baby girl."
Police appeal
Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, leading the investigation, said: "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." She urged the public to refrain from speculation on social media and not to share graphic footage out of respect for the victims and to avoid prejudicing court proceedings.
