Christmas shoppers and evening revellers were left stunned as a violent street brawl erupted in the heart of Nottingham city centre, leading to five arrests.
Violence Erupts Amid Festive Crowds
The disturbance broke out on Wollaton Street at around 8pm on Monday, December 22. Witnesses, including shoppers, commuters, and people enjoying pre-Christmas celebrations, watched as punches were thrown during the altercation.
Officers from Nottinghamshire Police swiftly descended on the scene following multiple reports of a street fight. Their rapid response led to the immediate arrest of two men, aged 23 and 29, on suspicion of affray.
Police Investigation and Arrests
A further three men, aged 23, 26, and 29, were located close to the scene and were also detained on the same suspicion. All five suspects were taken into custody.
In an update, the force confirmed that no serious injuries were reported as a result of the brawl. They also stated that the incident is not currently believed to be connected to any previous disorder in the city centre.
Appeal for Witnesses and Reassurance to Public
Detective Chief Inspector Claire Gould addressed the impact on the public, saying: "We understand how disturbing it would have been for the public to see this incident unfolding but we hope these arrests will provide some reassurance to the local community."
She issued a stern warning to those involved in such violence: "Anyone who gets involved in violent disorder of this nature can expect a strong police response as it simply won’t be tolerated."
Police officers remain in the area as inquiries continue. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. This includes people who saw the incident or who may have captured relevant footage on their phones or dashcams.
Anyone with information should call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 680 of December 22, 2025.
