Tyler Fairman was among a group of five people who were driven into in an alleged hit-and-run in the Market Place, in Arnold
Tyler Fairman leaves behind his partner and son and also had a daughter on the way(Image: TikTok)
Tragic new details have emerged following the death of Nottinghamshire footballer Tyler Fairman, who died in hospital after an alleged hit-and-run incident in Arnold.
Mr Fairman, aged 26, was on an end-of-season night out with his teammates from Woodthorpe Park Rangers FC when a red Vauxhall Astra mounted a kerb and crashed into a group of five people in the Market Place.
The 26-year-old was seriously injured in the incident – which took place in the early hours of Saturday, May 9 – and, despite the best efforts of medical staff, he was pronounced dead on Tuesday evening (May 12).
A fundraiser has since been launched to support Mr Fairman’s family following his passing, having amassed 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”.
The couple had been together eight years.
Some of the flowers left at the scene(Image: Nathan Woollard/Nottingham Post)
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.”
The four other people involved in the crash suffered minor injuries, the police said.
Woodthorpe Park Rangers confirmed one other 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 launched.
Anthony appeared at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on Monday, May 11, when he faced the families and friends of the victims as they attended the hearing in the public gallery.
He was remanded into custody and will next appear at Nottingham Crown Court on June 8.
To support the fundraiser, click here