Counter-terror police involved in Derby car incident investigation

LocalPolitics
30 Mar 2026 • 3:54 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Seven people were seriously injured when a car drove into pedestrians in Derby city centre on Saturday evening.
  • A 36-year-old man was arrested shortly after the incident on suspicion of attempted murder, dangerous driving, and inflicting grievous bodily harm.
  • All seven victims sustained serious but not life-threatening injuries and were treated at the scene before being taken to hospital.
  • Counterterrorism officers are assisting Derbyshire detectives with the investigation, though the incident is not currently being treated as terrorism.
  • Police have reassured the public that there is no ongoing risk, and the Home Secretary is being kept updated on the situation.

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