December 11th 2024.
Unfortunately, Heaven, the iconic gay nightclub in London's Charing Cross, was forced to close its doors due to an alleged incident. It was reported that a bouncer, Morenikeji Adewole, 47, was accused of raping a woman near the venue on November 1. Adewole, who also goes by the names Olu Julius and Olusolu Alabi, appeared in court today wearing a dark blue fleece and denied the charge of rape against him.
During the court proceedings, Judge Justin Cole stated that the alleged attack was believed to be a "predatory rape." Adewole, who resides in Dartford, was remanded in custody until his trial on May 19 next year. Judge Cole also expressed concern about the high backlog of cases in the country, but was relieved to have been able to set a trial date within a few days of the custody time limit.
Heaven, a beloved establishment that has been operating for over 40 years, was temporarily closed as a precautionary measure following the incident. The Westminster Council's licensing committee suspended the nightclub's alcohol license for up to 28 days, citing public safety concerns. It was reported that other staff members at the venue had ignored the victim's attempts to report the attack.
During the license suspension, the council was presented with evidence from the Metropolitan Police, stating that Heaven was the "highest crime generator in the borough." However, last week, the council agreed to reinstate the venue's license with stricter conditions, including a 3am entry curfew. This decision was a relief to many, including the venue's loyal customers who have been eagerly waiting for its reopening.
In other news, a plan has been revealed to build a £15 trillion tunnel connecting London and New York. And, in a protest against farming regulations, hundreds of tractors are expected to cause chaos in Westminster today. In a shocking incident, a family survived a house explosion in London, causing them to scream in terror. To stay updated on all the latest news from the capital, be sure to visit Metro's London news hub.
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