Woman charged over Westminster collision

A woman has been charged with attempted murder following a serious collision in Westminster.

At around 04:30hrs on Sunday, 19 April, officers were called to Argyll Street following reports that a car had been involved in a collision with pedestrians.

Police attended with the London Ambulance Service, a woman in her 30’s remains in a life-threatening condition.

In the same collision, a man in his 50s sustained life-changing injuries and was taken to hospital. A third woman, aged in her 30s, was treated for minor injuries.

Gabrielle Carrington, 29 (06.11.96), of Broadfield Road, Manchester, has been charged with attempted murder, grievous bodily harm with intent, actual bodily harm, dangerous driving and drink driving. She has been remanded in custody ahead of her first appearance at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, 21 April.

The incident is not being treated as terrorism-related.

The investigation continues and those will relevant information can upload it to the major incident portal here, or contact police on 101, providing the reference 3374/19APR. Information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Since the collision, we have been made aware of extremely graphic footage of the incident circulating online. We are urging the public to refrain from sharing this, out of respect for the victims, and so as not to prejudice criminal proceedings.