TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains gruesome details of murder and violence, which could be triggering for some readers.Gabrielle Carrington, former ‘The X Factor’ finalist, pleaded not guilty to running over a social media influencer with a car in London. The 29-year-old is accused of striking Klaudia Zakrzewska outside the Inca nightclub on Argyll Street in the West End at 4:30 am on April 19, 2026. Moreover, she also denied the charges of causing bodily harm with intent to security guard Anoush Chyche, who claimed to have ‘life-changing injuries.’ Here’s a closer look at Gabrielle Carrington and the recent legal proceedings.
Gabrielle Carrington wiped tears while denying the charges of murder
Initially, the Manchester-native was charged with attempted murder, but the charge was upgraded after Zakrzewska succumbed to injuries on April 25, as per a report on BBC. According to reports, Carrington allegedly got into the car in the Soho neighbourhood and hit the late influencer. When the vehicle was reversed, the 32-year-old could be seen lying on the pavement. The accused appeared in court for a plea hearing via video link from Bronzefield prison on Monday, August 3, 2026. Without being represented by legal counsel, she pleaded not guilty to her charges. “As I’m not represented, I am happy to give a plea today even though I am not represented,” she said, per The Independent. Carrington was reportedly wiping her tears throughout the hearing and was later placed in custody. Victim’s family members shook their heads while the court read out the plea. She was also not asked to enter a plea to a third charge of driving with excess alcohol, per the BBC.
About Gabrielle Carrington
Gabrielle Carrington, who currently has 361k followers on Instagram, was a contestant on ‘The X Factor’ in 2013. As a member of the trio group Miss Dynamix, they reached the finals. Judge Sarah Whitehouse KC affirmed the trial would be held in the same court on January 5, 2027. DISCLAIMER: If you or someone you know is struggling with any form of abuse, please seek support. Reach out to a mental health specialist, an NGO, or a trusted individual. Numerous helplines are also available to help. The information in this report is based on a legal hearing as reported by a third-party source. The details provided represent allegations made by the parties involved and are not proven facts. The case is ongoing, and a final verdict has not been reached. The publication does not claim that the allegations are true.
