Police investigate reports of two shootings in Sheffield
Police are investigating two firearms discharges in Sheffield last night (26 January 2023).
Officers were called at 8pm to a report of shots fired at a business, Sugar Xpress, on Firth Park Road in Sheffield.
Around 13 minutes later, officers were called to another report of shots fired at a vehicle on Machon Bank which was left damaged.
No one was injured in either incident and no arrests have been made.
Detectives say the two discharges are suspected to be linked.
Specialist officers from the Armed Crime Team are already pursuing a number of lines of enquiry and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Detective Chief Inspector Anthony Slater, leading the investigation, said: “We understand that these two incidents last night will have caused some concern in the community and would like to reassure those nearby that we believe it to have been targeted and we’re doing all we can to find those responsible.
“Thankfully, no one was injured in what was a reckless act and we’re dedicated to finding who may have been responsible.
“A huge amount of lines of enquiry have already been followed up and we’re now appealing for anyone who may have any information – no matter how small it may seem – to get in touch.
“Anyone who may have witnessed anything, has any dashcam footage or may have seen anything suspicious should get in touch using our live chat or online portal, or call 101 quoting incident number 877 of 26 January 2023."