Gunman opens fire at two properties on residential Rotherham street, prompting armed police response
Police are hunting for a gunman, following a shooting on a residential street in which shots were fired at two properties.
The shooting took place at Stanley Street, near to Rotherham town centre, with an emergency call made to police at around 11.10pm yesterday.
An investigation into the incident is now underway, as a senior officer says the force is “committed to relentlessly pursuing those who use firearms to spread harm, violence and fear.”
A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We were called at 11.10pm last night (Tuesday, December 9, 2025) following a report of damage to a window of an address in Stanley Street suspected to have been caused by a firearm.
“Firearms officers attended the scene and found evidence consistent with a firearms discharge in two properties in the street.
“No injuries have been reported and a scene remains in place while officers conduct further enquiries, including house-to-house visits as well as gathering CCTV and witness statements.”
Witnesses and anyone with information are being urged to come forward.
Detective Inspector Claire Moss, from the SYP Armed Crime Team, said: "This news is concerning - criminals carrying firearms on our streets is not acceptable. There will be an increased police presence in the local area while officers carry out further enquiries.
"Our work to track down those responsible is underway and we need to hear from anyone who knows something about this incident or suspicious goings-on in the community. Please speak to our officers while they are in Stanley Street and the surrounding area.
"There are various ways to get in touch and you can even remain completely anonymous by reporting through the independent charity Crimestoppers.
"Our investigation into this incident is continuing and we remain committed to relentlessly pursuing those who use firearms to spread harm, violence and fear in our communities.
"Every time someone pulls a trigger, innocent people's lives are put at risk and we absolutely will not tolerate gun crime here in South Yorkshire.
"We are always stronger with your support and even the smallest piece of information could prove to be a crucial part of the jigsaw."
To report information about this incident to us, please call police on 101 or report it to them online.
Please quote incident number 1,025 of December 9, 2025 when you get in touch.
Anyone who does not feel comfortable reporting to police directly, and would prefer to pass information on anonymously can contact the independent charity, Crimestoppers.
They can be contacted via 0800 555 111 or their website.
You will remain completely anonymous and no one will know you have contacted them.
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