Ilkeston horror: Man killed and several injured after van ploughs into crowd as driver arrested on suspicion of murder
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a van ploughed into a group of pedestrians and left one dead.
Cops responded to calls just before 2.10am on Saturday morning and arrived to a horrific scene at Market Place, in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.
A man tragically died at the scene after the van lost control and drove into members of the public.
Emergency services raced two others to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be serious.
Derbyshire Police have arrested one man, suspected to be the driver of the van, on suspicion of murder.
The area has been cordoned off as officers continue their investigation.
A spokesperson for the force confirmed: “At this time, we are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident, and do not believe it is terrorism related.
“Anyone with any information about what happened, including CCTV or dashcam or mobile phone footage, should contact us, with reference number 23*771155.”