Patrols stepped up after shots fired at car in Rotherham street

Police were called to Pitt Street this afternoon

Pitt St in Rotherham
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 12th Aug 2025

Police are stepping up patrols in a part of Rotherham after shots were fired towards a car earlier today.

Officers were called to Pitt Street at 1:58pm, finding evidence consistent with a fun being fired.

No injuries have been reported and a scene remains in place.

South Yorkshire Police say they'll have a 'high visibility' presence in the area over the coming days.

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