Four people have been injured after a car crash involving ‘a number of pedestrians’ in the early hours of this morning.
The crash happened in De Montford Street, Leicester, at about 12.30am and is believed to have happened after a fight in the area.
Leicestershire Police say all four victims and the suspect had been at the same private event before the collision.
Two men and two women were injured, three of them seriously, and all four victims are still in hospital.
A 31-year-old man, from Leicester, has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and causing serious injury by dangerous driving following the collision. He is in police custody.
Police have found the car involved a few streets away from the scene.
Detective Inspector Jenny Tattersall said: ‘We understand the serious concern there will be about this incident.
“Four people currently remain in hospital and an investigation is ongoing as we continue to establish the full circumstances and the events leading up to this incident.
‘A man remains in police custody and will be questioned by officers.
‘A large cordon is in place in the area of De Montfort Street and will remain while enquiries, including forensic investigations, are carried out.
‘We do ask that people do not speculate about this incident, including on social media, in order to allow a thorough investigation to take place.
‘We have officers at the scene carrying out enquiries and providing reassurance. Please do speak with them regarding any information you may have or any concerns you may have.
‘You can also contact police on 101, quoting incident number 27 of 31 May.’
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