Christmas Day shooting: Man, 20, still critical as police probe into shocking Sheffield gun attack continues

A man shot in his chest in a shocking gun attack in Sheffield on Christmas Day remains in hospital in a critical condition.

The 20-year-old was shot in his chest in an incident on Wilfred Drive, Darnall, just before 11.30pm on Thursday, December 25.

Crime scene tape at the scene at Wilfrid Road, Darnall, Sheffield, after a shooting was reported on Christmas Day. Photo: Dave Higgens/PA Wireplaceholder image
Crime scene tape at the scene at Wilfrid Road, Darnall, Sheffield, after a shooting was reported on Christmas Day. Photo: Dave Higgens/PA Wire | PA

He was rushed to hospital in a critical, life-threatening condition.

Four men, aged 20, 22, 28 and 29, were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in the aftermath of the shooting and were later bailed after questioning.

Crime scene tape at the scene at Wilfrid Road, Darnall, Sheffield, following a shooting on Christmas Day. Photo: Dave Higgens/PA Wireplaceholder image
Crime scene tape at the scene at Wilfrid Road, Darnall, Sheffield, following a shooting on Christmas Day. Photo: Dave Higgens/PA Wire | PA

Senior Investigating Officer, Chief Inspector Andy Knowles from South Yorkshire Police’s Major Crime Team, said: “This is an abhorrent incident that has left a man fighting for his life.

“Gun crime poses a great threat to the safety and wellbeing of our community, putting innocent people at risk of being caught up in an offender’s actions. It will not be tolerated under any circumstances.

“We are committed to taking firm, decisive action against anyone who chooses to engage in violence or carry illegal firearms, but we are stronger with your help; our communities support.

“We are thankful to those who have assisted officer’s so far in our enquiries and urge anyone who believes they have footage or information to assist to get in touch.”

Anyone with information should call South Yorkshire Polie on 101, quoting incident number 732 of December 25, 2025.

Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555111.

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