Photo: Carlton Lounge
Following the stabbing outside the Carlton Lounge/Tiger Bay in Kingsbury on May18th the police have applied for the suspension of its licence. A decision will be made by the Alcohol and Entertainment Licensing Sub-Committee on Friday at 10am.
The police list a number of 'failings':
1) Police were called at
03:31 hours on Sunday 18th May 2025 by LAS - which had in turn received a 999 call
from a man reporting a stabbing at Tiger Bay. On police and medic arrival, no
casualty was present.
At 03:40 police had a call
from a nurse at Northwick Park Hospital to report a man had come in with stab wounds.
2) CCTV shows a large-scale
disorder immediately outside the venue from about 03:25 to 03:30, during which
the victim received a stab wound and collapsed at the scene. He was taken to
hospital by other people, before emergency services arrived. Estimated 20-25
people involved in the disorder.
3) There was no call from
the venue staff or management to reports of the disorder, or anything else.
Staff were present and witnessing events, and security personnel were involved
in the disorder, in apparent attempts to separate people.
4) The suspect can be seen
entering the venue at 02:00am, with others. There is no search of any of them, frisk,
metal detector, wand or otherwise.
5) The suspect is later seen
outside with a large knife, which was used in the disorder and appears to have been
used to stab the victim, ultimately killing him (subject to pathology confirmation
on cause of death).
6) Appears likely that the
knife was in the suspect’s possession inside the venue.
7) Police body worn video
(BWV) shows a manager telling an attending CID officer that the groups involved
in the disorder had not been inside Tiger Bay before the disorder. This was
untrue, as they had been and indeed most, if not all, of the people had come
from inside Tiger Bay, some having been specifically ejected by the staff/security.
8) Police BWV shows the
manager saying he thinks a bottle/bottles were involved. A customer approaches and says
a knife was used and had been pulled out inside the venue. He was promptly
ushered away by another manager/member of staff.
9) House to house enquiries
revealed local residents complain there is frequently noisy anti-social behaviour
from the venue.
Summary
This incident on 18 May
2025, constitutes serious crime and disorder, which has triggered this review.
The Metropolitan Police have serious concerns that the premises management and
staff members demonstrated a lack of control and failing to undertake
pro-active searches. The staff initially indicated that the incident did not start
in the venue and later retracted their statement, admitting that both groups
were in fact inside the venue, where the altercation
started.
Due to the ongoing criminal
investigation, it is currently difficult to establish the full facts from a
licensing perspective. However, from the information we have gathered so far,
the Police have that the aforementioned points above demonstrate that the licensing
objectives are not being upheld.
Police Recommendation – The
Police request an immediate suspension of Carlton Lounge’s premises licence pending
a full review due the level of seriousness of the incident.
There are many documents on the Agenda website many of which are are similar wording. Below are an example of a comment for suspension and one in favour:
Dear Licensing Team,
Subject: Request for
Confidentiality – Representation Regarding Carlton Lounge (Tiger Bay) I am submitting the
attached representation in support of the review of the premises licence for Carlton
Lounge (Tiger Bay), 232–234 Kingsbury Road, London, NW9 0BH.
Due to the serious nature of
the incidents associated with this venue and the fear of potential retribution, I
respectfully request that my personal details be withheld from the premises licence holder
and any other parties not directly involved in the licensing authority’s internal
process.
As a local resident, I am
deeply concerned about the ongoing serious incidents linked to this venue, including
criminal activity, anti-social behaviour, and consistent late-night disturbances. These have had
a direct and damaging impact on the local community, creating a heightened sense
of fear and unease among residents. There have been multiple occasions of
violent disorder, noise nuisance, and other behaviours that clearly breach the licensing
objectives—particularly those relating to the prevention of crime and disorder and the
protection of public safety. The presence of this venue in its current state has
significantly deteriorated the quality of life for people living nearby.
The fact that people feel
unsafe speaking out should be of grave concern and further supports the need for urgent
and decisive intervention.
I strongly urge Brent Council
to consider revoking the premises licence or imposing stringent new conditions
that will prioritise the safety, peace, and wellbeing of the community.
I understand that under the
Licensing Act 2003, representations usually need to be attributed to named
individuals. However, I ask that you exercise your discretion under your powers to protect the
identity of persons who may be at risk, and treat this representation with the
appropriate level of confidentiality
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My name is [] and I have
dedicated 16 years to education, working as a [] across both primary and
secondary schools. Now, as the [] and [] of based at [] in Brent, I continue
my commitment to developing young people, instilling discipline, and providing
opportunities through sport.
I am writing to express my
full support for the premises licence held by Carlton Lounge (Tiger Bay), located at 232
- 234 Kingsbury Road, London, NW9 0BH.
Carlton Lounge has been a
steadfast supporter of our []for the past seven years, providing financial assistance
that has directly benefited our [].
Their contributions have helped equip our young athletes with essential gear,
allowing them to train, develop their
skills, and build confidence in a structured and positive environment. Their
sponsorship is not just about funding, it is about investing in young people, giving them
opportunities to thrive both in sport and in life.
As someone who has
personally overseen the development of young boxers within our programme, I can confidently
say that Carlton Lounge has been a valued partner in supporting positive
community initiatives. Their generosity has empowered children and young adults who may not
otherwise have access to sporting opportunities, reinforcing the importance of teamwork,
discipline, and self-belief.
Beyond their contributions
to our [], Carlton Lounge has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operating
responsibly as a licensed venue. Senior members from [] regularly attend Carlton
Lounge for social sports events, and I can personally attest to the professional
and well-managed environment they provide. We have never experienced or witnessed any
antisocial behaviour linked to the premises, and the management team is proactive
in ensuring a safe and welcoming space for their customers.
Carlton Lounge is more than
just a hospitality venue, it is a place where people feel safe, supported, and valued.
The team behind it is actively engaged in fostering community spirit. Their
dedication to upholding licensing conditions, managing their establishment
professionally, and supporting local initiatives speaks volumes about their role within our
neighbourhood.
I firmly believe that the
licensing authority should recognise the long-standing commitment of Carlton Lounge
to compliance, community enrichment, and responsible venue
management. Their contributions extend far beyond their premises, positively shaping the lives
of young people and strengthening our local area.
