Koko near Mornington Crescent

A MUSIC lover died on Saturday evening after suffering a fall at the famous Mornington Crescent venue, Koko.

The man, whose name and age has not been confirmed, was pronounced dead outside the venue despite the efforts of paramedics to save his life. Eye-witnesses have said they saw a man fall from a set of stairs – but the circumstances around the tragedy have not been confirmed.

A statement online from club promoters Peach, who were running a day-long event at the venue, expressed their sadness at the tragedy and asked that followers of their house music nights not speculate about what had happened. Their statement added: “We ask for your patience and understanding and for everyone to treat the situation with the compassion, care and sensitivity it deserves.

“Above all, the privacy and dignity of those affected should be respected. We know last night will have been deeply upsetting for many who were there. Please look after yourselves and each other and seek support if you need it.

“Peach has always been about more than music. It is a family and a community and right now our thoughts and our love are with everyone affected.”

While no details regarding the person who passed away have been released, nor has there been any official confirmation from the police or the club, reports online suggest a man had a fall. The London Ambulance survive say they treated a man outside the venue, who sadly passed away on Camden High Street, not inside the club.

An inquest will be held to confirm what happened.

In promotional blurb, the Peach team said the event was an opportunity for their fans to: “step back in time and experience Peach as it was when Peach moved to Camden in 1996— raw, authentic, and entirely focused on the dance floor. A celebration of living for the weekend, making new friends, the energy, the freedom, and a connection that defined an era. To bring that feeling back to life, we’ll be stripping things right back — removing the visuals and darkening the club so it truly feels like Camden Palace once again. No overproduction, just atmosphere. That said, our laser show will be as big as ever — a nod to the moments that defined that era.”

A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “We were called at 6.22pm on Saturday 5 September to reports of a person unwell on Camden High Street, NW1.

“We sent resources to the scene including an ambulance crew, an advanced paramedic and paramedics in fast response cars. Very sadly, despite the best efforts of our crews, a person was pronounced dead at the scene.”

A spokesperson for the venue told the New Journal of the deep shock and sadness that everyone connected with the venue felt, adding: “On Saturday, during a show organised by a third-party promoter at KOKO, a guest suffered a medical emergency and sadly passed away.

“Emergency services attended immediately and the venue team provided assistance throughout. The relevant authorities completed their response to the incident. The venue has returned to normal operations.

“Our deepest thoughts and sincerest condolences remain with the family and friends of the individual at this incredibly difficult time, and with everyone affected by this tragic event.”