Derbyshire Police

Derbyshire Police are the police force responsible for policing the county of Derbyshire in the United Kingdom. They are currently newsworthy due to their involvement in responding to a serious incident in Derby city center on Saturday, March 29, 2026. A car struck multiple pedestrians, resulting in several injuries, some of which are serious. Derbyshire Police swiftly responded to the scene, stopping the vehicle believed to be involved in the incident on Friar Gate. A man in his 30s, the driver of the vehicle, was arrested and is currently in police custody. The police have not yet released details regarding the motive behind the incident and are appealing to the public for any information related to the event. Their handling of this incident is of significant public interest due to the severity of the injuries and the potential for a deliberate act.