The Originals Festival in south London was forced to close early after fans were injured in a crowd crush. One attendee described being trampled on and left traumatized after being trapped under the crowd for several minutes.
Originals Festival Halted in South London
A south London festival reportedly had to close early after several fans were injured during a crush. Police officers were forced to cordon off sections of Crystal Palace Park to help people leaving The Originals Festival on Sunday.
Festival Goers Describe Terrifying Scenes
One festival goer described being 'trampled on' and left traumatized after she was trapped under the crowd for several minutes. She recounted being physically crushed and stamped on by the crowd, fearing for her life and struggling to breathe.
Medical Attention and Police Response
Paramedics treated two people at the scene for minor injuries. The Met Police assisted the event organizers at Crystal Palace Bowl but made no arrests. Despite this incident, the venue has hosted other festivals safely this summer.
History of Crystal Palace Bowl
Crystal Palace Bowl, also known as the Rusty Laptop, has a rich history of hosting gigs and performances, with artists like Bob Marley having performed there in the past. The Orginals Festival has been contacted for comment.
Published on 19 August 2025 by Ben Robinson
