Newark MP Robert Jenrick and Prime Minister Sunak express shock at horrors in Nottingham this morning with three dead

The MP for Newark and Bingham, government Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick, has expressed the ‘shock we all feel’ following today’s horrific events in Nottingham.

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after three people were found dead in the street in two locations.

Police were called to Ilkeston Road just after 4am where two people were found dead in the street.

Officers were then called to another incident in Milton Street where a van had attempted to run over three people. They are currently being treated in hospital.

A man has also been found dead in Magdala Road.

In a tweet, Mr Jenrick wrote: “I’m deeply grateful to @nottspolice and all those who responded to the terrible attack earlier today in Nottingham.

“All of us in Nottinghamshire share a sense of shock.

“My thoughts and prayers are with those injured and with the family and friends of those killed.”

Mr Jenrick also retweeted a message from the Prime Minister.

Rishi Sunak wrote: “I want to thank the police and emergency services for their ongoing response to the shocking incident in Nottingham this morning.

“I am being kept updated on developments.

“The police must be given the time to undertake their work.

“My thoughts are with those injured, and the family and loved ones of those who have lost their lives.”

Police have arrested a 31-year-old man on suspicion of murder.

Chief Constable Kate Meynell said: “This is an horrific and tragic incident which has claimed the lives of three people.

“We believe these three incidents are all linked and we have a man in custody.

“This investigation is at its early stages and a team of detectives is working to establish exactly what has happened.

“We ask the public to be patient while inquiries continue. At this time, a number of roads in the city will remain closed as this investigation progresses.”

Leader of Nottinghamshire County Council, Ben Bradley, said: “The incident in Nottingham is absolutely tragic.

“My heart goes out to all those affected, and to the families of the people who have been killed.

“To see this kind of violence on our city’s streets is unimaginable, and emotional for everyone who lives and works here.

“I’m grateful to the police and other authorities who have stepped in and made an arrest. They know that they will have any and all support that is needed from the County Council to manage this situation.”

Labour Party leader Keir Starmer also said he would be sending his thoughts to everyone in the city.

The following roads are currently closed – Ilkeston Road, Milton Street, Magdala Road, Maples Street, Woodborough Road from junction of Magdala Road into the city, Maid Marian Way junction of Parliament Street.

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