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Police suspended London nightclub fabric's license last week pending an investigation of the suspected drug-related deaths of two 18-year-olds. The suspension is effective immediately and the club will remain closed until a review has been conducted within the next 28 days. The license suspension follows a previous announcement from the club that it would close its doors for the weekend following the two deaths.On June 25, emergency services were called to the club when an 18-year-old man collapsed. He later died in the hospital. Another 18-year-old man died on August 6 after "becoming unwell" outside of the venue. Although the causes of both deaths have not yet been identified, statements from fabric and the Metropolitan Police suggest both deaths were drug-related. In a press statement sent to THUMP, the Metropolitan Police said: "Officers felt the need to act due to concerns about the safety of those attending the club because of the supply of class A drugs in the venue and the recent deaths of two young men linked to the club."Islington police submitted an application to Islington Council for a summary review of the club's license on August 10. The Licensing Sub Committee has suspended the club's license as "an interim measure, pending a full review hearing."Fabric did not respond to THUMP's request for comment.
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