A car has ploughed into pedestrians on a busy street leaving five people injured, as police launch an urgent search for the driver.
A man was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries following the incident in the early hours of Saturday morning, while four other men suffered less serious injuries.
Police were called after the vehicle, a red Vauxhall Astra, hit multiple people in Market Place, Arnold, in Nottinghamshire, at around 1:12am.
A ‘number of people’ were reportedly struck by the vehicle, although the incident is not believed to be terror related.
Officers from Nottinghamshire Police have launched an urgent search for the driver – believed to be a white man – after he fled the scene on foot, leaving the car behind.
Road closures remain in place in Arnold town centre today as police investigate the incident.
Market Place and the junctions from Gedling Road to Derby Street, Hallams Lane and Central Avenue are closed off.
Local buses are on diversion, with roads expected to be closed until at least the end of the day, and some businesses are also unable to open.
Police were called after the vehicle, a red Vauxhall Astra, hit multiple people in Market Place (pictured), Arnold, in Nottinghamshire, at around 1:12am
Road closures remain in place in Arnold town centre today as police investigate the incident, which has left one person fighting for their life
Police are appealing for any witnesses, or anyone with information or footage of the incident to get in touch.
Detective Chief Inspector Ruby Burrow, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: ‘Although there is no wider risk to the public, this was a serious incident which will have caused concern in the community.
‘We believe an argument has taken place in Arnold town centre and this has resulted in a car being driven at a group of people.
‘We know five people were injured but we’d still like to hear from anyone else involved.
‘Any witnesses who were in Arnold Market Place, or the wider town centre area around this time, should also get in touch.
‘We’d appeal to anyone with relevant dashcam, CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage to speak to an officer.
‘A number of roads are closed while investigations continue and we’d thank people for their understanding.’
The town’s MP, Michael Payne, said: ‘This morning I have been in close contact with senior officers from Nottinghamshire Police, who have briefed me on a serious incident which occurred in Arnold town centre during the early hours of this morning.’
He added: ‘I would urge everyone not to speculate on the circumstances surrounding this incident while this important police work continues.
‘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.’
Police can be contacted by calling 101 and quoting incident 46 of 9 May 2026. Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
