Man dies and others critical after taking ecstasy

One man died and two others were fighting for life in hospital today after taking a "bad" batch of drugs at a nightclub.

Four others were also admitted to hospital after taking the tablets - believed to be Ecstasy - at the Drome Nightclub in south east London.

One man died at St Thomas's Hospital early today and another, who suffered a fit, was said to be in a "critical" condition.

Another clubber, who fell from a walkway, was taken to London's King's College Hospital where he was said to be in a "critical" condition.

A Scotland Yard spokesman said: "Our advice is that the symptoms involved are consistent with the taking of illegal drugs.

"It appears that a particularly 'bad' batch of tablets may have been circulating that night that can cause serious illness and disorientation.

"One man has already died having - we understand - consumed substances."

He added: "Anyone who consumed drugs in the vicinity of the Drome club overnight is asked to seek immediate medical attention.

"Anyone still in possession of drugs is warned that they are dangerous and may cause serious illness."

Three people have been arrested on suspicion of supplying drugs and were being held in custody at Walworth police station.

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