Police investigating the O2 Brixton Academy crush that has so far killed two people are still appealing for information, photos and video footage.
The tragic incident on Thursday, December 15, saw people attempt to force their way into the Asake concert that evening.
Mum Rebecca Ikumelo, 33, and Gaby Hutchinson, 23, who was working as security at the venue, have since died in hospital. Another person remains in critical condition.
Detective Superintendent Dave Kennett, from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command, said: “A team of detectives with expertise in complex investigations is working to establish exactly what happened before and during this incident.
“We know there were thousands of people in and around the venue. Many of them will have seen what happened and some may have been caught up in the crush themselves.
“What they have to tell us is really important and we are urging them to come forward.
“As part of the investigation we are carrying out a comprehensive analysis of any available CCTV footage. However we are also very keen to obtain and view any other footage filmed on the night.
“We know from some videos shared on social media immediately after the incident that there were many people caught up in the crowds outside, in the entrances and in the atrium of the venue. Some of those people had their phones out and were likely filming or taking photos.”
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Police were first called to the venue at 9.04pm after receiving reports that a large crowd had gathered outside the venue.
A further call was made at 9.35pm reporting that people were trying to force their way into the building.
Police say that all three people who sustained critical injuries were in the building foyer.
Detective Superintendent Kennett added: “Footage or images could include detail that will help us to better piece together exactly what took place and why.
“Two people have died and a third is still very seriously injured and we owe it to them, their families and anyone else affected by this incident to do leave no stone unturned.”
There are a number of options for providing information to assist investigating officers:
- Call police the police non-emergency number on 101, providing the reference 6725/15DEC.
- Call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org. They are independent of the police, they do not ask for your name, trace your number of your IP address. Anonymity is guaranteed.
- Submit photos and/or footage HERE. This is a dedicated page for this investigation and is the best method for providing any digital material.
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