A safety review has been ordered following an incident at a London venue where glass doors were shattered under the pressure of fans attempting to catch a glimpse of the star of the new drama series *Pursuit of Jade*. The event, held on Friday evening, drew hundreds of attendees, many of whom had camped overnight for a chance to see the lead actor, James Ashford. Witnesses described the scene as "
chaotic" when doors gave way shortly after the actor's arrival, with several people sustaining minor cuts from broken glass. Security personnel quickly intervened to contain the surge, and no serious injuries were reported.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that they are reviewing security protocols for public events involving high-profile figures. The venue operator, EventSpace UK, stated that they are cooperating fully with the investigation. This is the latest in a series of similar incidents across the country, prompting calls for stricter crowd management measures.
The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport has announced a formal review into event safety standards, with findings expected within six weeks. For *Pursuit of Jade*, which has seen record viewership ratings, this incident underscores the logistical challenges of managing celebrity appearances in an era of hyper-engaged fandom.
