Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after shooting in Sheffield

The 22-year-old was arrested as police swooped at a home on Derby Street in Heeley this morning, Thursday, May 28.

He was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear or harm, and he remains in police custody this afternoon.

The raid was linked to the ongoing investigation into a shooting at Farish Place, Heeley, on the night of May 14.

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Police were called shortly before 10pm that evening and although there were no reports of anyone being injured, suspected gunshot damage was found to a road sign and a parked car.

Detective Chief Inspector Jamie Henderson said: “This warrant is just one of the actions taken in disrupting on-going criminality in our communities.

“We are working round the clock to ensure that those who pose a risk to our communities are brought before the courts.

“We will continue to work and provide reassurance to you, our communities that we are doing everything we can.”

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One resident had reported seeing armed officers descend on Derby Street today, where 11 police cars were spotted.

Today’s arrest comes after three men , aged between 18 and 42, were arrested in connection with an investigation into shootings on Fishponds Road, Woodthorpe, on Sunday, May 24, and on Myrtle Road, Heeley, the following day.

A 20-year-old man, meanwhile, was this morning arrested in connection with another shooting in Nether Edge on May 8, following a raid on Grange Crescent in Sharrow.