A man was detained near to a popular park after reports that he was “behaving suspiciously.”

Police rushed to Rivelin Valley Park in the Stannington area of Sheffield just after 5pm on Thursday (May 28).

They were called over reports of a man “behaving suspiciously” in the area.

The man was detained under the Mental Health Act with concerns for his safety.

However, this as not the only incident that plagued the park, as further reports claimed that a man received minor injuries when assaulted by a group.

Police are investigating both incidents and asking the public to share any relevant information.

A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “At 5.05pm yesterday (Thursday 28 May), we were called to reports of a man behaving suspiciously at Rivelin Valley Park in Sheffield.

“Officers attended and the man was detained under the Mental Health Act due to concerns for his mental health.

“It is further reported that the man was assaulted by a group of men, receiving minor injuries as a result.

“Officers are investigating and anyone with information is asked to get in touch online or by calling 101, quoting incident number 771 of May 28, 2026.”