Tragedy struck at Brixton O2 Academy on December 15 last year when a crush during an Asake concert left two dead and the show cut short.

Deadly Crush at Brixton Concert

A huge crowd tried to flood into the venue’s foyer, sparking chaos. The deadly crush claimed the lives of Rebecca Ikumelo and Gaby Hutchinson.

First Images Released of Victims

Police have released the first image of Rebecca Ikumelo, who tragically died from injuries sustained in the crush. Her grief-stricken girlfriend paid tribute to her brave partner, who heroically tried to block others from being crushed further during the panic.

Brixton O2 Academy to Stay Closed

The venue’s operator, Academy Music Group (AMG), confirmed the Brixton O2 Academy will remain shut for at least another three months while multiple investigations into the fatal incident continue.

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