Victim of Sheffield Shooting Named as Lamar Leroy Griffiths
Lamar's family have released a statement describing him as "a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, boyfriend, cousin, and friend to many."
Last updated 3rd Apr 2022
A man who was shot at Diamond Hand Car Wash on Burngreave Road in Sheffield on Tuesday has been named as 21-year-old Lamar Leroy Griffiths.
Emergency services were called at 6.45pm to reports of shots being fired, they took Lamar to hospital but he died a short time later.
In a statement, his family said: “Lamar Leroy Griffiths, a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, boyfriend, cousin, and friend to many.
“Though you have gone in the physical, you live on through everyone that has been blessed and privileged by your presence. You will be truly missed.”
Detective Chief Inspector Mick Hakin said: “I continue to work to reassure residents and the wider community that we are working round the clock with a team of dedicated officers to piece together the circumstances around what happened, and find those who are responsible for Lamar’s death.
“We know that Lamar was sat inside a blue BMW, parked within the car wash when multiple shots were fired at the car.
“The offenders then fled the scene in a white Ford Fiesta, which we later recovered burnt out in Darnall.
“Enforcement action is underway; a warrant for a house search and arrest attempt was executed yesterday morning on Kashmir Gardens in Darnall as we continue to pursue all lines of enquiry.
“We are keen to hear from anyone who has information about what happened, who may have CCTV footage or dash-cam footage of the incident or vehicles prior, or following the shooting.
“If you know something, please come forward and speak to us. If you are not comfortable doing so, please speak anonymously to Crimestoppers.
“Local officers will continue to have an increased presence in the local area, they are there to help you feel safe. If you are worried I encourage you to speak to them.”