Car ploughs into pedestrians on busy street before driver flees the scene
The driver, who is believed to be a white man, rushed out of the car with police still searching for him (Picture: Google Maps)
A car has hit a group of pedestrians in Nottinghamshire with multiple people taken to hospital.
Emergency services were called to Arnold at 1am after a red Vauxhall Astra hit multiple people.
One person has sustained life-threatening injuries.
The driver, who is believed to be a white man, rushed out of the car with police still searching for him.
Detective Chief Inspector Ruby Burrow, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: ‘There is no indication at this stage of any ongoing threat to the wider public.
‘However, we understand the incident will cause concern in the community.
‘Officers will remain at the scene today to carry out further inquiries, speak to local people and offer reassurance.
‘It is also important anyone with information, or relevant dashcam, CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage, gets in touch without delay.’
Local MP, Michael Payne said: ‘I would urge everyone not to speculate on the circumstances surrounding this incident while this important police work continues,” he added.
‘I have sought reassurances from Nottinghamshire Police regarding ongoing community safety in and around Arnold, and I will continue to liaise closely with police colleagues throughout the weekend.
‘I know this will be upsetting and worrying news for many of us who call Arnold home. I will endeavour to keep the local community informed and updated as the investigation and police work progresses.’
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