London nightclub Heaven closed after security guard accused of rape

A popular nightclub in London has been forced to close after a security guard was accused of rape.

Heaven’s license, near Charing Cross, was suspended for 28 days following an application made on Friday. Metropolitan Police.

It was alleged that a woman was raped near a nightclub in the early hours of November 1. Police said other staff members ignored their efforts to report the assault.

A security guard at the venue was arrested and charged with rape. Morenikeji Adewole, 47, of Dartford, also known as Olu Julius or Olusolu Alabi, was charged and detained on Wednesday.

Westminster council’s licensing committee ruled that Heaven’s alcohol license should be suspended for up to 28 days with immediate effect on public safety grounds. First opened in 1979, the venue is one of London’s largest surviving nightclubs.

A council spokesman said: “At the request of the Metropolitan Police and having considered evidence from both the police and the operator, the council’s licensing committee has decided to suspend Heaven’s license for 28 days.

“We recognize the cultural significance of this venue but the committee agreed that this step was necessary to prevent serious crime and protect the public.

“This follows a report of an alleged rape made to police on Friday 1 November.

“A full licensing hearing will be held in December where both the police and venue management will have the opportunity to present new evidence.

“This case is currently subject to an ongoing police investigation and we cannot comment further at this stage.”

Heaven’s owner, Jeremy Joseph, posted on Instagram stating that he was considering the club’s position on the appeal.

The post stated: “We are disturbed by this allegation but are unable to comment as there is an ongoing criminal investigation. “We can only direct our thoughts to the alleged victim.”