E11evn: Ambulance at Chippenham club after woman 'spiked'

Club E11evn in Chippenham <i>(Image: Club E11evn)</i>
Club E11evn in Chippenham (Image: Club E11evn)
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Police and ambulances were called to a nightclub in Chippenham after a woman was allegedly spiked.

The incident occurred at around 1.20am on Sunday morning, February 2, at the closing party for E11evns nightclub in Chippenham.

Police officers who were carrying out night-time patrols say they were alerted to a woman who "appeared to be intoxicated" and was "reporting that she had been spiked."

Ambulance workers were called to the scene over concerns for the woman's health.

"Our colleagues in the ambulance service provided medical assistance as a precaution and she was assisted home safely," said a spokesperson for Wiltshire Police.

"We are investigating the incident and would like to hear from anyone who has information to contact us on 101 quoting log 180.

"We take all reports of spiking seriously and would urge anyone who believes they have been a victim to contact us immediately on 999 and seek medical help."

The incident occurred at E11vns nightclub in ChippenhamThe incident occurred at E11evn nightclub in Chippenham (Image: Club E11evn) Taking to social media, one family member of the woman has warned other young people in Chippenham to be cautious.

"The cup was issued with no lid and was kept hold of all night," said the family member.

"It then became obvious the lady in question had been spiked.

"The ambulance was called and were amazing, also the police were very kind and helpful.

"Please be cautious, stay with your friends and demand cups with lids on."

E11evn nightclub in Chippenham has now closed to the public, after announcing on January 23 that it would be closing down permanently.

A video from the night of the alleged spiking, which has been posted on the club’s Facebook page, was captioned ‘the end’ and showed customers dancing to My Way as the nightclub held its last party.

Speaking ahead of the closure, a spokesperson for the club revealed the last week in business had been an “emotional rollercoaster.”

Club E11evn has now closed for goodClub E11evn has now closed for good (Image: Newsquest) A spokesperson for Club E11evn previously explained that the tough decision to close had been made due to the decline of the night-time economy and changes in customer habits since the pandemic.

They added: “A spokesperson said: “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of Club E11evn, a late-night venue that has served as a cornerstone of nightlife in Chippenham for two decades.

“Saturday, February 1 marks the final night for E11evn, a decision driven by rising operational costs and a decline in the late-night economy within Chippenham."

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