Man in court after car hits five in town centre

A man has been charged with five counts of attempted murder after a group of pedestrians was struck by a car in a town centre in Nottinghamshire.

Nottinghamshire Police said one man suffered life-threatening injuries and remained critically ill in hospital after he was hit by a Vauxhall Astra in Market Place, Arnold, at about 01:10 BST on Saturday.

The force said four other men suffered minor injuries, with local non-league football club Woodthorpe Park Rangers saying two players and a manager had been hit.

Duane Anthony, 40, of Marton Road, Bulwell, appeared at Nottingham Magistrates' Court, where he was remanded in custody and told to appear at Nottingham Crown Court on 8 June.

Police said he had also been charged with aggravated vehicle taking, driving while disqualified and driving without valid insurance.

Det Ch Insp Ruby Burrow, who is leading the investigation, said: "As we share today's news, our thoughts remain with those affected by this incident, in particular the man who sustained life-threatening injuries.

"The victims and their families have been updated on today's charging decision, which we hope will provide some small degree of comfort at this difficult time.

"This was a shocking incident that will have been incredibly distressing for all those involved and anyone who witnessed it happen.

"On that note, I'd ask people to please not speculate about this incident, online or otherwise, as doing so could potentially impede the pursuit of justice.

"As our investigation continues, I would like to thank the entire investigation team, who worked around the clock throughout the weekend to help secure these charges."

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