Three Women Critically Injured in Brixton Academy Crush
Three women remain in critical condition tonight after a terrifying incident at the O2 Brixton Academy on Thursday evening. The victims, aged 21, 23, and 33, suffered serious injuries during a chaotic scene as a crowd tried to force their way into the venue on Stockwell Road.
Chaos Erupts as Crowd Tries to Storm Brixton Venue
Police rushed to the scene at 9.11pm, minutes after reports at 9.04pm of a large group attempting to storm the venue. Officers worked quickly with venue staff, delivering CPR and emergency first aid until paramedics arrived.
- Eight people were hospitalised with crush injuries.
- Three women remain in critical condition in south London hospitals.
- Next of kin have been informed and supported by specialist officers.
Investigation Underway Amid Social Media Buzz
“An urgent investigation is currently underway led by detectives from our Specialist Crime Command.” – Chief Superintendent Colin Wingrove
Detectives have set up cordons at the scene and are sifting through a flood of social media footage, plus police bodycam videos, to piece together exactly what happened.
Chief Superintendent Colin Wingrove said: “We are working incredibly closely with our partners and community members. We urge anyone who was there – around 4,000 potential witnesses – to come forward with photos, videos, or any information.”
An official online portal has been launched for public submissions to aid the probe.
Police Address Controversial Footage and Arrest
Videos circulating show a police officer pushing a woman down steps. The Directorate of Professional Standards investigated and found no evidence of misconduct.
In a separate clip, a woman was seen assaulting an officer and was subsequently arrested.
There were also videos showing a dog inside the venue, but police confirmed no officers or dog handlers were present that night.
Independent Oversight and Next Steps
Following procedure, the Independent Office for Police Conduct has been notified due to the serious injuries while police were on scene.
As the investigation unfolds, Londoners and concert-goers alike await answers into what sparked the horrific crush at one of Brixton’s busiest live music hotspots.
