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Derby Car-Ramming Suspect Arrested After Hitting Pedestrians: Investigation Underway

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A man in Derby has been arrested following an incident where a car hit a group of people, resulting in multiple injuries.

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Derby Car-Ramming Suspect Arrested After Hitting Pedestrians: Investigation Underway

The incident, which occurred in Friar Gate, Derby, on Saturday evening, involved a black Suzuki Swift that struck a group of people. Seven people were treated at the scene and later taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Derbyshire Police arrested a 36-year-old man, originally from India but a UK resident for a number of years, on suspicion of attempted murder, causing serious injury by dangerous driving, inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent, and dangerous driving.
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Counter-terrorism police are assisting the investigation, but authorities are keeping an open mind about potential motives, and the incident is not currently being classified as terrorism. CCTV footage obtained by the Daily Mail shows the moment the Suzuki Swift speeds down the road shortly after the incident. A silver car can be seen traveling at a normal speed, before the black car speeds down the street moments later.

After the Suzuki Swift passed, witnesses stood in the middle of the street to assess what had happened, before heading towards the scene of the attack.

Blake Pierce, 21, a local resident, reported hearing screaming and seeing people scattered across the road and adjacent pavement. Witnesses rushed to help the injured before the arrival of the emergency services, and Pierce praised the quick police response. Eren Celebi, who works at FG Express on Friar Gate, described scenes of chaos after the incident, with people running around and blood on the pavement.
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An anonymous witness mentioned that the scene was 'quite distressing' and that there were 'a lot of bloodied people'. He estimated that between 80 and 130 people were on the street after the incident. The area was cordoned off over the weekend to allow forensic officers to investigate the scene, but the police cordon has now been lifted.

Chief Superintendent Emma Aldred, who leads policing in Derby, reported that the suspect was arrested on Station Approach, seven minutes after the incident, thanks to information provided by witnesses. The police believe that this is an isolated incident and that there is no greater risk to the public. The Home Secretary is being briefed on the incident, according to Bridget Phillipson, Secretary of Education.
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The police are urging anyone who has footage of the incident or dashcam recordings of the car to contact the authorities. The authorities have highlighted the importance of citizen collaboration for the prompt arrest of the suspect and the ongoing investigation. The authorities continue to investigate the causes and possible motives behind the attack.

Counter-terrorism police are assisting the investigation, but for the moment the incident is not classified as terrorism. The authorities are investigating all possible lines of inquiry to clarify the facts and determine the motives behind the attack.
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The rapid response of the emergency services and citizen collaboration have been fundamental to the care of the injured and the arrest of the suspect. The authorities have praised the courage of the witnesses who helped the victims and provided crucial information for the investigation. The investigation is ongoing.

Baggy Shanker, MP for Derby South, expressed his thoughts to 'everyone who has been affected and their loved ones'. The Derby community has shown its solidarity with the victims and their families, offering support and resources.
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Local authorities have reinforced security in the area and have urged calm, ensuring that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure the safety of the population. The investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected to be revealed as it progresses.
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