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A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a van ploughed into a group of people, killing one person and injuring two more.
Officers were called to Market Place in the centre of Ilkeston, Derbyshire at about 2.10am on Saturday to reports that a number of people had been struck by a van.
A man suffered serious injuries as a result of the incident and died at the scene. Two others were treated for injuries in 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. Derbyshire Police said they do not believe the incident is terror related.
A man died in the crash in the centre of Ilkeston, Derbyshire (Nottingham Post / BPM Media)A spokesperson 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.
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"Anyone with any information about what happened, including CCTV or dashcam or mobile phone footage, should contact us, with reference number 23*771155."
Local MP Maggie Throup said: "Residents will be waking up to news of a serious incident that has occurred in the vicinity of Ilkeston Market Place overnight. There is currently a police cordon in place around a large part of the town centre whilst an investigation takes place and Erewash Borough Council have confirmed that the usual Saturday market has been cancelled."
The Conservative MP for Erewash added "This is an upsetting situation and I would urge against speculating online as to what has happened. I am already in contact with the police and will receive a situation briefing later today. My thoughts and prayers are with those who have been affected."