Four arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after Christmas Day shooting in Sheffield
Four people have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was shot in Sheffield on Christmas Day.
A 20-year-old man is fighting for his life after the attack.
South Yorkshire Police said officers were called to Wilfred Drive in the Darnall area of the city just before midnight following reports a man had been shot in the chest.
The 20-year-old is in a critical condition in hospital and local residents told how prayers were read for him at the mosque across the road at lunchtime on Friday.
A man who lives near the scene said: “This is a huge shock. No one, whatever they were involved in, deserves to have this happen to them.” he said.
“This is a safe place. You can go about your business, it’s okay. But things get out of hand because of disagreements. I don’t understand this.”
On Friday afternoon, Wilfred Drive remained behind a police cordon, with police cars located just off the busy Staniforth Road, along with a 100-metre section of Wilfrid Road, guarding both ends of the scene.
A South Yorkshire Police spokesman said on Friday: “On Christmas Day, just before midnight, at 11.27pm, emergency services responded to Wilfred Drive in Darnall to reports that a 20-year-old man had been shot in the chest.
“The victim was taken to hospital, his condition remains critical and life-threatening.
“Following the incident, detectives immediately began working quickly to understand the situation and quickly arrested four people in connection with the incident.”
The spokesman said four men, aged 20, 22, 28 and 29, were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remained in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Andy Knowles said: “This is a disgusting incident that left a man fighting for his life.
“Gun crime poses a major threat to the safety and well-being of our community and puts innocent people at risk of being caught up in the actions of the criminal.
“It will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
“We are committed to taking tough and decisive action against anyone who chooses to use violence or illegally carry a firearm, but we are stronger with your help; the support of our communities.
“We are grateful to those who have assisted officers with our investigations so far and would urge anyone who believes they have footage or information to get in touch.”
The senior officer said police would remain in the area to deal with community questions and concerns.
