Three people were injured when a car mounted the pavement in Stokes Croft, Bristol, early this morning, leading to an arrest on suspicion of attempted murder. Emergency services rushed to the scene at around 6.30am on August 9 following an incident described by police as 'an incident of disorder'. One person was taken to hospital, while police initially believed the injuries were serious but later confirmed they were not as severe as first thought.
Avon and Somerset Police have confirmed that a cordon remains in place, with Thomas Street, Hepburn Road, Stokes Croft, and City Road all closed while officers conduct their enquiries. Drivers are being urged to avoid the area, and an increased police presence is expected as investigations continue.
Police Statement and Investigation
Bristol Superintendent Matt Ebbs addressed the incident, stating: “We understand incidents like this are concerning to our communities, but we would like to assure the public we do not believe there to be any wider threat, but a thorough investigation will be carried out to find out exactly what led to this incident.” He added: “Fortunately, the injuries sustained are not as serious as first thought, and we would like to assure people there will be an ongoing, heightened police presence in the area while our enquiries continue at pace.”
The police have appealed for witnesses and anyone with CCTV, dashcam, or mobile phone footage to come forward. They can contact the force on 101, quoting reference number 5226223379, or use the online appeals form.
Community Impact and Ongoing Enquiries
Superintendent Ebbs acknowledged the inconvenience caused by the cordons during a busy weekend, saying: “We understand the incident and the cordons put in place are inconvenient during a busy weekend, but we ask for your patience as we work at pace to fully investigate this incident.” He reassured the public that neighbourhood officers will be carrying out reassurance patrols in the area.
An arrest has been made in connection with the incident, with the suspect held on suspicion of attempted murder. The investigation remains ongoing, and police have not yet released further details about the circumstances leading up to the crash.
Residents and businesses in the Stokes Croft area have been advised to expect disruption while the cordons remain in place. Police have encouraged anyone with concerns to speak to officers on the ground, who are available to provide support and information.
This incident highlights the importance of community vigilance, and police are urging anyone with information, no matter how small, to come forward to assist the investigation.
