Man charged with murder following fatal Doncaster city centre hit and run
A man has been charged with murder following a hit and run in Doncaster city centre which saw a 26-year-old suffer fatal injuries.
Stefan Wheeler, 31, of Northgate in the Moorends area of Doncaster, has been charged with murder, dangerous driving, using a motor vehicle on a road or public place without third party insurance, and driving whilst disqualified, South Yorkshire Police have said in an update.
At 8.32pm on April 10, police were called to reports of a road traffic collision in Prince’s Street near to the junction with East Laith Gate.
A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “It is reported that a silver Hyundai was involved in a collision with a pedestrian and failed to stop at the scene.
“Officers and the ambulance service attended and the pedestrian, a 26-year-old man, was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.
“Despite the best efforts of medical staff, the man sadly died at hospital. His family has been informed and is being supported at this time.”
Wheeler has been remanded into custody and is due to appear at Doncaster Crown Court today (Monday 13 April).
Six others arrested in connection with the incident have been bailed pending further enquiries.
A 22-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder remains in police custody.
Meanwhile, it has been revealed that a huge police chase in the Thorne and Moorends area was part of the investigation.
A spokesperson said: “At around 1.22pm on Saturday (11 April), officers stopped a white Vauxhall Insignia at King Street, Docnaster as part of arrest attempts in connection with a murder investigation following an incident on Prince’s Street on 10 April.
“Officers arrested two men on suspicion of assisting offenders. A third man made off and was subsequently arrested on Saturday evening. The Insignia was recovered by officers.”
Detective Inspector Adam Watkinson, the senior investigating officer, said: “I am thankful for everyone who has provided information so far, and we are still appealing for those with dashcam footage, and witnesses to the incident to come forward.
“The primary aim of our investigation will always be to secure justice for the victim and his loved ones.”
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