A social media influencer has died after allegedly being run over by a former X Factorfinalist outside a nightclub in Soho. Klaudia Zakrzewska, 32, from Essex, was struck by the car near the Inca venue on Argyll Street in central London in the early hours of Sunday, April 19.
She was taken to hospital but was sadly pronounced dead on Saturday.
Gabrielle Precious Carrington, 29, was charged with attempting to murder the Tiktok and Instagram personality, who was known online as Klaudiaglam.
The Metropolitan Police said on Saturday that charge had now been amended to murder following Ms Zakrzewska’s death.
As a teenager, Carrington, also known as RIELLEUK, made it through to the live finals of The X Factor in 2013.
She was part of girl group Miss Dynamix after impressing Gary Barlow and the other judges.
More recently, she has become an influencer, with some 362,000 followers on Instagram
Det Chief Insp Alison Foxwell, who is leading the investigation, said today: ‘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.
‘We recognise that this case has generated significant interest and discussion on social media; however, we would urge the public to refrain from further speculation.
‘We also ask that people do not share graphic footage out of respect for Klaudia’s loved ones and for those who have been injured.
‘The circulation of such material could also undermine our ongoing criminal investigation and potentially prejudice future court proceedings.’
Police were called to the scene in the heart of the capital at 4.30am on Sunday following reports the black Mercedes car had crashed into pedestrians.
A 58-year-old man also sustained life-changing injuries in the same crash and was taken to hospital. A third woman, aged in her 30s, was treated for minor injuries.
The Metropolitan Police has previously said the incident is not being treated as terror-related.
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.
She appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court last Tuesday and was remanded into custody to next appear at the Old Bailey on May 19.
Polish-born model Ms Zakrzewska, 30, who has more than 250,000 followers on Instagram, had posted videos from the nightclub on Sunday.
When Ms Zakrzewska still remained alive in a critical condition last week, her mother posted on a GoFundMe page set up to help cover legal fees and medical costs.
She wrote: ‘My daughter is currently in a coma and desperately fighting for her life. This is the most devastating time our family has ever faced.
‘Anyone who knew my gorgeous daughter knows how truly wonderful she is.
‘She has touched so many people with her pure heart and kindness.’
Her mother added: ‘If at any time things take a turn for the worst, additional funds will go towards funeral costs and continuous support for the family.’
The fundraiser has now seen nearly £18,000 donated to support Ms Z Ms Zakrzewska’s grieving family.
