Woman and man are charged after mother, 30, was shot dead as innocent bystander on night out
Two men have been charged over the shooting death of a ‘completely innocent’ mother in Sheffield on Monday morning.
Digital creator and photographer Shanice Brookes, 30, died after being shot outside One Four One pub in the city center at around 2.45am.
The shooting followed a confrontation in the street that did not involve Shanice.
Jemele Rhone, 30, and Deiryen Dyce, 32, charged following Brookes’ death, will appear at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court on Friday.
Rhone, of Outram Road, Sheffield, was charged with murder, possession of a firearm and possession of criminal property, while Dyce, of Ellesmere Road North, Sheffield, was charged with assisting an offender, possession of ammunition, possession of drugs with intent to supply and possession of criminal property.
A 30-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder has been released and is no longer a suspect, South Yorkshire Police said.
Senior investigating officer Detective Chief Inspector Andy Knowles said the mother-of-one was ‘a completely innocent bystander who should be able to enjoy a night out in our city without fear of not returning home safely’.
He added: ‘Shanice’s family, including her young son, are now faced with the reality that they may never see her again.
Digital creator and photographer Shanice Brookes was murdered in the early hours of Monday morning
Shanice, who had worked as a child and youth worker for the past five years, was treated by officers and paramedics but died in hospital.
The mother of one was to graduate from university this month
Her family said she was ‘truly one of a kind’, adding that she was a ‘wonderful mother to her son and meant the world to him’.
Police captured the scene of the attack near the One Four One pub in Sheffield on Monday
‘They are experiencing the pain of losing their beloved daughters, friends and mothers in the most tragic circumstances. Our thoughts remain with them.
‘From the beginning of this investigation, our priority has been clear: responding to Shanice’s loved ones and today’s development is a significant step in our determination to do so.
‘Monday’s incident showed how gun crime destroys families and brings devastation to our communities.’
DCI Knowles said officers were still appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
‘This horrific incident occurred on a busy Bank Holiday weekend when there were large numbers of people in the area,’ he said.
‘We would appeal to anyone with any information that could help us to come forward by contacting South Yorkshire Police or Crimestoppers anonymously.’
Her family’s tribute to Shanice said she was ‘truly one of a kind’.
In the statement made through the police, it was said: “Shanice had a huge heart and the kind of energy you will never forget.”
‘She was a much-loved daughter, granddaughter, niece, cousin, friend and godmother, as well as a wonderful mother to her son and meant the world to him.
‘To her cousins she was more like a sister; someone they can always turn to for love, laughter and support.
‘Shanice was also going to graduate from university; It was a reflection of his determination, his ambition and the bright future ahead of him.’
His LinkedIn showed that he has been studying photography, videography and graphic design for a three-year undergraduate degree at The Sheffield College since September 2023 and will graduate this month.
The family’s tribute continued: ‘She could light up any room she entered with her infectious laugh, beautiful spirit and magical aura.
‘Shanice made people feel loved, safe and valued just by being herself.
‘He was truly one of a kind and will be missed by all who were lucky enough to know and love him.’
