The 26-year-old was a footballer at Woodthorpe Park Rangers FC and was on an end-of-season night out with his team when the alleged incident happened. He has sadly died
Heartbreaking new details have come to light following the death of Nottinghamshire footballer Tyler Fairman, who tragically passed away in hospital after an alleged hit-and-run incident in Arnold.
Mr Fairman, 26, was enjoying an end-of-season night out with his teammates from Woodthorpe Park Rangers FC when a red Vauxhall Astra mounted the pavement and ploughed into a group of five people in the Market Place.
The young footballer sustained serious injuries in the incident, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday, May 9. Despite the best efforts of medical staff, he was sadly pronounced dead on Tuesday evening (May 12).
A fundraising campaign has since been set up to support Mr Fairman’s family in the wake of his passing, having already raised more than £11,000 as of Thursday morning (May 14).
The page describes Mr Fairman as “not only a devoted partner, but also a loving father to his beautiful son”, adding that he and his partner were expecting a baby girl “very soon”, reports Nottinghamshire Live.
The couple had shared eight years together.
A statement on the fundraiser read: “Laraya [Mr Fairman’s partner] is currently in the final stages of her pregnancy, facing a loss no one should ever have to endure.
“As well as being a dedicated NHS healthcare worker, Laraya also runs her own beauty business, which she will now need to step away from.
“We want to ease any financial pressure she may face, allowing her to focus on herself, her healing, and her babies without added stress or worry.
“Any contribution will be massively appreciated and will all go towards supporting Laraya and her children during this incredibly painful and difficult time.” You can donate here.
The four other individuals involved in the crash sustained minor injuries, according to the police.
Woodthorpe Park Rangers confirmed another team member and their manager were also among the victims.
Duane Anthony, 40 and of Marton Road, Bulwell, has been charged with five counts of attempted murder and other driving offences.
Following Mr Fairman’s death, Nottinghamshire Police confirmed a murder investigation had been initiated.
Anthony appeared at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on Monday, May 11, where he faced the families and friends of the victims as they attended the hearing in the public gallery.
He was remanded into custody and is due to appear next at Nottingham Crown Court on June 8.
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