Man Seriously Injured After Being Hit by Car in Watnall

Police rushed to Main Road, Watnall at 10.07pm on Friday after a 35-year-old man was struck by a car. He is now in hospital with serious head injuries.

Stabbing Victim Also Treated

During the same chaotic incident, a 21-year-old man was stabbed in the arm. Thankfully, his injuries are not life-threatening.

Four Arrested as Police Launch Murder Probe

  • A 22-year-old man is held on suspicion of attempted murder.
  • A 21-year-old man arrested for causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
  • A 39-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman detained for assisting an offender.

All four remain in police custody while investigations continue.

Police Urge Witnesses to Come Forward

Detective Inspector Richard Guy from Nottinghamshire Police said: “This was a very serious incident that has left a man in hospital with very serious injuries. Our investigation is ongoing and officers are currently working through a wide range of evidence.”

“We have spoken to many witnesses but believe others hold crucial information. Given the seriousness of what happened, I urge anyone with information to contact us immediately by calling 101 and quoting incident 790 of 1 April 2022. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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