Avon and Somerset Police have arrested a man on suspicion of attempted murder and dangerous driving after three pedestrians were hit by a car in Bristol early Monday. The incident occurred at approximately 6:30 a.m. BST on Stokes Croft.
One of the pedestrians sustained injuries that were not considered life-changing or life-threatening, while the other two were not seriously injured. The driver, believed by police to be the individual arrested, received treatment for facial injuries following his apprehension.
Several roads, including Thomas Street, Hepburn Road, Stokes Croft, and City Road, were closed as police conducted their investigations. Additional officers were deployed to the area. The Best Off Licence on Stokes Croft also sustained damage during the incident.
Superintendent Matt Ebbs of Avon and Somerset Police stated that authorities do not believe there is any wider threat to the public. Police are appealing to anyone with CCTV, dashcam, or mobile phone footage related to the incident to contact them and are available to speak with concerned residents.