Asake concert in London: another stampede victim dies

Days after the stampede that abruptly ended Asake's concert claimed its first victim, another woman died.

The deceased, 23-year-old Gabrielle Hutchinson, was part of the event's security team as a contractor.

She died in the early hours of Monday.

A SkyNews report says a third 21-year-old woman remains in hospital, fighting for her life.

The media quotes the Metropolitan Police as saying the three women were in the lobby of the south London building when they were seriously injured in the accident.

O2 Academy Brixton tweeted their condolences, saying they were devastated by the tragic situation.

“Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Gabrielle Hutchinson. We continue to be devastated by this tragic situation and fully support the ongoing investigation,” he wrote on his official Twitter page. .

Asake, who expressed his sadness over Ms Rebecca's passing, has yet to speak on the latest developments.

Last Saturday, a Nigerian woman, Rebecca Ikumelo, 33, who was in critical condition, died of injuries sustained in the stampede.

Halfway through Asake's performance at the O2 Academy arena, Brixton, on Thursday night, organizers announced they had to stop the show as the doors had been breached creating pandemonium.

According to reports, eight people were injured, four of whom were in critical condition and were being treated at a hospital.

A few hours later, Asake, also known as Mr. Money, apologized, saying his heart was with the injured and that he caused inconvenience on Thursday night.

"I am devastated by the news of the passing of Rebecca Ikumelo, who was in critical condition since Thursday.

“My deepest condolences to his loved ones at this time. Please keep his family in our prayers. I have spoken to them and will continue to do so,” the singer wrote on Twitter.

He further noted that he was overwhelmed with grief and could never have imagined such a thing happening.

"My team and I are still awaiting a full debriefing from venue management and police to determine what exactly led to all the disruption caused and ultimately Rebecca's death.

"If you have any relevant information on this, please contact the Metropolitan Police," he added.

Meanwhile, London Mayor Sadiq Khan said the city had stepped up investigations to uncover the cause of the chaos.

In a series of tweets, Mayor Khan, who expressed sadness over the two deaths, said police had set up a portal where individuals can submit images anonymously to help the investigation.

"I am devastated by the death of Gabrielle Hutchinson, the second life to be lost following the appalling events of Thursday night in Brixton.

"On behalf of all Londoners, I send my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones at this difficult time," he wrote.

He also said that Gabrielle, like Rebecca Ikumelo, had her whole life ahead of her and had every right to return home safe and sound after her time at Brixton Academy.

"My thoughts are with everyone affected by this terrible incident. The urgent...