Two arrests after reports of gun being fired in Rotherham
Two people have been arrested after police were called to reports of a gun being fired in Rotherham last night.
It happened on Dawson Avenue in Rawmarsh at around 6:18pm yesterday (November 25).
Armed officers found evidence of a firearm being used the scene. Nobody had been hurt during the incident.
A 44-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm and possession of a bladed article.
They both remain in custody.
Detective Inspector Claire Moss, of South Yorkshire Police, said:
“This sort of mindless violence has no place in our communities.
“We will not tolerate gun crime in South Yorkshire, and I want to reassure the public that our teams are working hard to bring those responsible to justice.
“In the coming days our officers will be in the area. Please do stop and speak to them if you have any concerns as they are there to help you and keep you safe.
“We are urging anyone with information that will help our investigation to come forward.
“Were you in the area on Thursday evening? Did you see or hear anything suspicious, or do you have home CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage that could help us with our enquiries?
“Even the smallest piece of intelligence from you could prove crucial to our investigation.”