Man dies following large street fight in Sheffield
Police were called to Stocksbridge where one person had a knife
Last updated 16th Apr 2025
Detectives are urging witnesses to come forward following a disturbance in the Stocksbridge area of Sheffield at the weekend.
At 8.36pm on Saturday (12 April) police were called to reports of a large group of people fighting on the street, with it being further reported that one person had a knife.
Upon arrival, armed officers arrested a 34-year-old man. Following arrest, it became clear that the man required urgent medical assistance. He was transported to hospital by the ambulance service.
Yesterday (Monday 14 April), the man sadly died as a result of his injuries. His family has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers.
Detective Inspector Adam Watkinson, the new senior investigating officer on this case, said:
"This incident has now resulted in the death of a man, leaving loved ones behind.
"We are urging anyone who may have information to please come forward.
"We have conducted several lines of enquiries, including trawling through CCTV in the area and we know that there are members of the public who may have witnessed the incident.
"If this was you, you could hold vital information that would prove pivotal in our investigation. Please do the right thing and come forward."
A post mortem examination has been completed and has come back as unascertained pending further enquiries.
Four arrests have been made as our investigation continues. A 35-year-old woman, and two men aged 30 and 37, have been arrested on suspicion of attempt murder. A 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempt murder and perverting the course of justice. They have all been bailed pending further enquiries.