Tyler Fairman died after sustaining life-threatening injuries
Police officers at the scene in Market Place,(Image: Jacob King/PA Wire)
A footballer has tragically died after a car allegedyl drove into a crowd of people. A man has been charged with attempted murder following an incident took place in Arnold, Nottinghamshire, at just after 1am on Saturday (May 9).
Five people in total were hit as Woodthorpe Park Rangers FC confirmed three of their members, including the manager, were among those injured. Club member Tyler Fairman sadly died after sustaining life-threatening injuries.
NottinghamshireLive reports Fairman, 26, was rushed to hospital after a Vauxhall Astra mounted a kerb and collided with the group. He was reported to have been fighting for his life after being admitted, but tragically died yesterday (May 12).
Police have charged Duane Anthony, 40, with five counts of attempted murder and have opened a murder investigation. Anthony was also charged with aggravated vehicle taking, driving while disqualified and driving without valid insurance.
He is due to appear at Nottingham Crown Court on June 8.
Woodthorpe Park Rangers FC posted on X on May 10: “Three members of our team including the manager was struck by a car in Arnold town centre, this has left one of our players fighting for his life in hospital”.
The club added: “We are hoping and praying for our player who is a much loved lad by all, we’re supporting each other the best we can. We are all struggling right now and are asking for privacy and respect so we can get our heads around what has happened, this is a heartbreaking and awful time for our club.”
In an updated post on May 13, they posted a picture of Fairman with the caption: “Rest in peace TY. Forever our number 6.”
Detective Chief Inspector Ruby Burrow 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.
“As such, criminal proceedings are active, so anything relating to this incident should be shared with the police, not online, as doing so could potentially impede the pursuit of justice.
“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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