Man arrested for conspiracy to murder over shooting in Tinsley as manhunt for Sheffield man continues

A man in his 30s was injured in the gun attack

A man has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder over a shooting in Sheffield in early April.

Officers rushed to Greasbro Road, Tinsley, at around 11pm on Sunday, April 5, after receiving reports of a shooting.

A man was arrested in connection with a shooting on Greasbro Road in Tinsley, Sheffield, on April 5, 2026.placeholder image
A man was arrested in connection with a shooting on Greasbro Road in Tinsley, Sheffield, on April 5, 2026. | Iconic Media

A man in his 30s was taken to hospital with serious wounds, but the gunman has been at large ever since.

South Yorkshire Police has now confirmed a 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder on April 15.

He has since been bailed pending further enquiries.

Meanwhile, officers are continuing to appeal for the whereabouts of Zak Khalifa, 27, who remains wanted in connection with this incident.

Police are asking for your help to find wanted Sheffield man Zak Khalifa. Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting incident number 926 of April 5, 2026 - or 999 if you see him.placeholder image
Police are asking for your help to find wanted Sheffield man Zak Khalifa. Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting incident number 926 of April 5, 2026 - or 999 if you see him. | SYP

Khalifa is white, 6ft tall, slim build, with dark brown hair and facial hair. He is known to frequent Rotherham and Sheffield.

Officers say not to approach Khalifa and instead call 999.

Senior Investigating Officer Simon Cartwright said: “Our investigation into this terrible incident continues, and it is essential that anyone with information that could aid our enquiries comes forward.

“I am sure there is someone out there with information that could enable us to secure justice for the victim of this senseless attack, and for members of the wider community who should not have to live with the threat of such violence in their neighbourhoods. If this is you, please get in touch.”

If you can help, you can contact us online or by calling 101, quoting incident number 926 of April 5, 2026.

If you prefer to stay anonymous you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-org.uk

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