Students, One Other Dead In UK Attacks

Three people, whom includes two students, were found dead and a van tried to mow down three others in Nottingham, central England, on Tuesday, in incidents the authorities believe are related.

Nottingham’s centre was cordoned off, with a heavy police presence, including armed officers following the events that left residents shaken.

According to Police, a 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder but they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the incidents.

Counter-terrorism police have been drafted in to help with the investigation, however there has been no formal declaration that it was a terror incident.

Nottingham University, one of two universities in the city — confirmed that two of its students were among the dead.

“We are shocked and devastated by the news and our thoughts are with those affected, their families and friends,” a statement partly read.

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