Man dies after numerous people hit by van in Ilkeston

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after one man was killed and two others were injured after being hit by a van in Ilkeston.

Emergency services were called to the Market Place just before 2.10am following reports that a number of people had been struck by a van, on Saturday, 16 December One man suffered serious injuries and died at the scene, and two other people were treated for injuries at hospital, which are not thought to be serious.

One man, believed to be the driver of the van, has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody, the force said.Police have confirmed that Market Place will continue to be closed for some time while officers carry out inquiries.A spokesperson for Derbyshire Police said: “Market Place will continue to be closed for some time while officers carry out enquiries, and we would like to hear from any witnesses."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 Derbyshire Police, with reference number 23*771155