A pedestrian suffered severe injuries in a car accident in Nottingham city center this evening, leading to the arrest of the driver for suspected dangerous driving. The incident caused the closure of a road and nearby bars as emergency services responded to the scene on Friar Lane. The injured pedestrian was swiftly taken to the hospital, according to reports from Nottingham Live.

The city center area, usually bustling with activity, fell silent as businesses closed early due to the ongoing situation. Ned’s Cavern, a popular local spot, announced closure for the evening via social media, citing the police closure of Friar Lane.

Authorities are seeking witnesses and dashcam footage to aid ongoing investigations at the accident site. Friar Lane remains shut between Maid Marian Way and Beastmarket Hill while the police conduct their inquiries. Anyone with information is urged to contact the authorities by calling 101 and referencing incident number 478 of March 22, 2026.