Two more arrests after four people hit by car in Leicester

Police have made two more arrests after a car collided with four pedestrians in Leicester.

Two men and two women were injured in the incident on De Montford Street shortly after 12.30am on Saturday.

Police say the collision was reported to have happened after a fight at the same location.

A 31-year-old man from Leicester was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and causing serious injury by dangerous driving following the collision. He remains in police custody.

On Saturday afternoon police arrested two more men.

A 28-year-old man from Leicester is being held on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

Meanwhile, a 34-year-old man from Leicester was arrested on suspicion of affray.

Police say the suspects and the four injured people had all been in attendance at a private event nearby prior to the collision.

The car believed to have been involved in the incident was found in nearby Margaret Street and has been recovered as part of the investigation.

Detective Inspector Jenny Tattersall said: “We have been working tirelessly today to understand the sequence of events and how the incidents of the early hours occurred.

“The cordon was in place for much of today to allow for thorough investigations to be carried out, including the attendance of forensic officers. This has now been lifted.

“We do continue to ask that people do not speculate about this incident, including on social media, in order to allow our investigation to continue. We will continue to provide updates and information as and when we are able to.

“Officers will remain in the area on foot patrol offering reassurance. Please do speak with them regarding any information you may have or any concerns you may have.

“If you have any information, you can also contact police on 101, quoting incident number 27 of 31 May.”