Burngreave murder: One man dead and others injured after car ploughs into crowd

Detectives have launched a murder investigation after a car collided with a crowd of people outside a property in in Sheffield this afternoon - killing one man and leaving a number of others injured.

South Yorkshire Police said that at 2.06pm, emergency services were called to College Close, Burngreave, following reports of violence and disorder. As the call was underway, a car collided with a group of people.

A 46-year-old man died at the scene and numerous others were injured, with one person in a serious condition in hospital this evening.

A 23-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and another man, aged 55, has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Both are in police custody.

Senior Investigating Officer, DCI Andrew Knowles said: "We are now dealing with a murder investigation and understand the distress this will cause to those directly affected and the wider community.

"We have a large cordon in the area and are conducting CCTV and house to house enquiries. We’ll be patrolling throughout the night to offer reassurance and to speak to anyone who may hold information or feel concerned."

If you have any information which could assist enquiries, calling 101. Detectives also want to hear from anyone who lives in the area and has CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage. The incident number is 459 of December 27.

Crimestoppers can also be contacted on 0800 555 111.