Investigation into spate of shootings in Sheffield continues

An investigation into a spate of shootings in Sheffield is continuing after five arrests last week.
By Claire Lewis
Published 18th Dec 2019, 10:40 BST
Updated 19th Dec 2019, 06:30 BST
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Five Sheffield men, aged 25, 26, 29 and two 34-year-olds, were arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence after a spate of shootings.

They have since been bailed pending further enquiries.

The suspects were quizzed over a shooting on Villiers Close, Arbourthorne, earlier this month and three gun attacks in November.

Detectives are continuing to investigate a spate of shootings, including a gun attack on Villiers Close, Arbourthorne, SheffieldDetectives are continuing to investigate a spate of shootings, including a gun attack on Villiers Close, Arbourthorne, Sheffield
Detectives are continuing to investigate a spate of shootings, including a gun attack on Villiers Close, Arbourthorne, Sheffield
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On Friday, November 15, a woman in her 40s was shot in the Heeley Green area of the city and four days later, two separate shootings were reported on the Arbourthorne estate.

A 35-year-old man suffered leg injuries after being shot on Errington Road and a short time later, police were called to nearby Errington Avenue following reports of further shots being fired.

No other arrests have yet been made but South Yorkshire Police said the investigation is ongoing.