Former X Factor star faces murder charge after influencer dies

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26 Apr 2026 • 1:28 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Social media influencer Klaudia Zakrzewska, 32, has died six days after being struck by a car outside a nightclub in central London.
  • Former X Factor finalist Gabrielle Carrington, 29, was initially charged with attempted murder following the incident on Argyll Street, Soho, on April 19.
  • The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the charge against Carrington will be upgraded to murder following Ms Zakrzewska's death.
  • Carrington also faces accusations of dangerous driving, being nearly twice the drink-drive limit, and causing injuries to three other individuals, including a 58-year-old man with life-changing injuries.
  • Carrington, who did not enter any pleas, is scheduled to appear at the Old Bailey on May 19, while police have urged the public to avoid speculation and sharing graphic footage.

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