A man in his 30s, originally from India, has been arrested after a car struck multiple pedestrians in Friar Gate, Derby, leaving seven people seriously injured, according to Derbyshire Police.
The incident happened at around 21:30 on Saturday 28 March, when a black Suzuki Swift drove into pedestrians in the city centre. Emergency services treated victims at the scene before taking them to Royal Derby Hospital and Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham.
Police confirmed the seven injured suffered serious but not life-threatening injuries. This comes after initial reports suggested fatalities, which officers have said are incorrect.
The suspect was located a short time later and arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, causing serious injury, grievous bodily harm with intent and dangerous driving. He remains in police custody.
This follows ongoing concerns around vehicle-related attacks in public spaces, though officials said there is no wider threat linked to this incident.
A spokesperson for Derbyshire Police said officers are appealing for witnesses, particularly anyone who saw the black Suzuki Swift being driven in the area before the collision.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson said the government does not believe there is a wider risk to the public, adding that the Home Secretary is being kept updated.
Witnesses described scenes of “carnage”, with multiple people seen lying injured on the road and pavement immediately after the incident.
Police enquiries are ongoing.
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