Man, 26, dies after car hit group of pedestrians

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Police closed off several areas of Arnold town centre after five people were struck

A man who was part of a group of pedestrians struck by a car in Nottinghamshire has died in hospital.

Five pedestrians were struck by a Vauxhall Astra in Market Place, Arnold, shortly before 01:10 BST on Saturday.

Tyler Fairman, 26, sustained life-threatening injuries and was pronounced dead on Tuesday, Nottinghamshire Police said, with a murder investigation now under way.

Duane Anthony was arrested and charged with five counts of attempted murder on Monday. The 40-year-old was additionally charged with aggravated vehicle taking, driving while disqualified and driving without valid insurance.

Anthony is next due to appear at Nottingham Crown Court on 8 June.

Det Ch Insp Ruby Burrow, who is leading the investigation, said: "As we release the sad news of Tyler's death, our first thoughts go to his family and loved ones at this difficult time.

"Both they and the other people injured or affected by this collision continue to be supported by specially trained police officers.

"We can also confirm today that this is now a murder investigation.

"We are aware of videos of the incident circulating on social media and have informed the victims and their families of this.

"They have appealed to anyone who has shared or posted any such videos to take them down immediately so that Tyler's family can grieve in peace."

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