Man charged with murder following fatal Doncaster collision

A man has been charged with murder and driving offences following a road traffic collision in central Doncaster on Friday (10 April).

At 8.32pm on Friday we were called to reports of a road traffic collision at Prince’s Street, Doncaster.

It is reported that a silver Hyundai was involved in a collision with a pedestrian and failed to stop at the scene.

Officers and the ambulance service attended and the pedestrian, a 26-year-old man, was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Despite the best efforts of medical staff, the man sadly died at hospital. His family has been informed and is being supported at this time.

Stefan Wheeler, 31, of Northgate in the Moorends area of Doncaster, has been charged with murder, dangerous driving, using a motor vehicle on a road or public place without third party insurance, and driving whilst disqualified.

Wheeler has been remanded into custody and is due to appear at Doncaster Crown Court today (Monday 13 April).

Six others arrested in connection with the incident have been bailed pending further enquiries.

A 22-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder remains in police custody.

Detective Inspector Adam Watkinson, the senior investigating officer in this case, said: “I am thankful for everyone who has provided information so far, and we are still appealing for those with dashcam footage, and witnesses to the incident to come forward.

“The primary aim of our investigation will always be to secure justice for the victim and his loved ones.”

If you have any information that could help with our investigation, please get in touch via our public portal.

You can submit dashcam footage here.

You can provide information anonymously via independent charity Crimestoppers at https://crimestoppers-uk.org/