Floral tributes left at Ecclesall Woods in tribute to Ryan Kettlewell after shooting
Ryan’s body was found last week
Floral tributes have been left a the Sheffield woods where the body of a 38-year-old shooting victim was discovered earlier this month, sparking a murder investigation.
Police were called out to Ecclesall Woods on Whirlowdale Road shortly before 7pm on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
It followed the discovery of the body of “beloved” Ryan Kettlewell, who was subsequently found to have suffered a fatal gunshot wound.
Fresh floral tributes have now been laid at Ecclesall Woods, as the investigation into Ryan’s death continues.
Bright bouquets of yellow and pink roses, along with yellow and plum carnations, have been rested against a tree in tribute to “cheeky” and much-missed Ryan.
Two of his aunts have spoken of how loved the 38-year-old was.
One, Carol Kettlewell, said: “RIP my lovely nephew Ryan. You will always be loved, remembered and missed by me, Kevin and all your family.”
Another, Louise Damms added: “It is with such a heavy heart that I'm writing this. Our nephew Ryan has been taken away from us so tragically. He was very much loved by all his family and we will miss his cheeky sense of humour. I love you always, till we meet again.”
Two people, a woman aged 34 and man aged 36 were arrested on September 3. 2026 on suspicion of murder.
They have since been released on police bail as our enquiries continue, South Yorkshire Police said in the force’s most recent update on the investigation.
Detective Chief Inspector Andy Knowles, senior investigating officer for this case, added: "We are committed to finding answers of how Ryan lost his life.
“I continue to urge anyone with information about his death to get in touch, no matter how irrelevant or insignificant you believe it to be, it could be the missing piece we need.
“Our thoughts are with all those who knew and loved Ryan.”
To report information to South Yorkshire Police, please call us on 101 or get in touch via their website.
Please quote incident number 821 of September 2, 2026 when you get in touch.
If you wish to report information to police anonymously, you can do so via the independent charity Crimestoppers.
Call them on the freephone number 0800 555 111 or visit their website.
No details are collected during their reporting service, and no one will know you have contacted them.
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