Off duty police officer attacked after trying to stop Sheffield city centre 'disturbance' outside pub
Police officer attacked outside Sheffield city centre bar
A police officer was attacked outside a Sheffield city centre bar after she tried to stop a ‘disturbance’.
The officer stepped in to try to diffuse a situation outside the Maida Vale bar on West Street, and was injured in the incident.
Police have now issued CCTV images of people they would like to identify and speak to following the alleged incident.
South Yorkshire Police said in a statement “We were called at 9pm on Saturday (April 4) following a report of a disturbance outside Maida Vale, during which an off-duty police officer has attempted to de-escalate the situation.
“As a result of her involvement, the officer was assaulted and suffered minor injuries after being dragged to the floor, with those involved fleeing the scene in a taxi.
“Following enquiries, we are now keen to identify any witnesses to this assault, as well as the three men pictured in these CCTV images as we believe they may be able to help us with our enquiries.”
All three men are white, described as being in their late 30s to early 40s, and are thought to be between 6ft and 6ft 2ins tall.
Two of the men are described as bald and of a stocky build. One of them is clean shaven, whereas the other has a short, dark, unkempt beard.
The third man pictured is described as having short dark brown hair and facial hair, while being of a proportionate build.
Anyone with information is asked to call police online or by calling 101
Please quote the incident number 933 of April 4, 2026, when you get in touch.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.