Investigation after shots fired on Barnsley Road in Sheffield
Officers were called last night
Residents of Barnsley Road in Sheffield will see an increased police presence in their community today (Friday 6 October) with an investigation underway into reports of shots being fired on the street.
At approximately 11.20pm yesterday (5 October), two suspects wearing dark clothing are reported to have fired shots towards an address on Barnsley Road between the junctions of Crabtree Close and Fir Vale Road.
Nobody is thought to have been injured during the incident but a property was damaged.
The suspects are reported to have been riding a motorbike and after firing at the address they rode away in the direction of the Northern General Hospital.
Detective Inspector Chris Ronayne said:
“We absolutely appreciate that news of this incident will cause concern amongst the local community, in particular the residents of Barnsley Road and the surrounding streets.
“This was a worrying incident that happened on a busy residential street, and it was only by luck that nobody was injured as a result of the suspects’ actions. It’s imperative that anyone with information about this incident comes forward, so we can identify those responsible.
“We’d like to hear from anyone in the local area who may have seen the suspects either before or after the shots were fired, or anyone who may have video doorbell footage or Dashcam of the suspects.”
Inspector Alec Gibbons, of the Sheffield North East Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: "We know how concerning incidents like this can be for residents and I want to assure the local community that increased patrols are being carried out in the area to provide reassurance and I would encourage anyone with concerns to stop and speak to us. We are here to help you and provide support.”