Sheffield bar issues new statement about death of Sheffield mum Shanice Brookes
The 30-year-old died after shots were fired in the early hours of Bank Holiday Monday
The owners of a Sheffield bar outside which Sheffield mum Shanice Brookes was fatally shot have spoken out to confirm that events leading to the tragic killing did not begin inside their venue.
Management at the bar - where Shanice was known to “many” of its staff and customers - say they will continue to enforce their security measures at the venue, including ID checks, body and bag searches.
Shanice, aged 30, died after shots were fired on Eldon Street in the early hours of Bank Holiday Monday.
She is thought to have been an “innocent bystander” to an altercation and was simply enjoying a night out in Sheffield city centre over the long weekend when a gun was fired and she was hit.
In a Facebook post staff at the bar stated the incident was “isolated”.
They added: “Shanice was an innocent bystander, and our thoughts remain firmly with her family, friends and loved ones as they continue to come to terms with this devastating loss.
“With criminal proceedings now underway, we would respectfully ask people to avoid speculation and allow the legal process to take its course.
“Our sincere hope is that Shanice's family receive the answers they deserve and, ultimately, justice for the loss of their loved one.”
Jemele Rhone, 30, as been charged with Shanice’s murder and will go on trial next year. He is also charged with possession of a handgun and possession of criminal property, namely £10,000.
His co-accused, Deiryen Dyce, 32, is charged with assisting an offender, possession of ammunition, possession of heroin, cocaine and cannabis with intent to supply, and possession of criminal property, namely £2,000.
Speaking yesterday, One Four One added: “Whilst two people have been charged, we strongly urge anyone with information, photographs, videos or dashcam footage that may assist police to contact South Yorkshire Police directly.
“Our focus remains on supporting Shanice's family, assisting the police where required, and remembering a young mother whose life was taken far too soon.”
“We appreciate the understanding and support of our customers as we continue to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone who visits the venue.
“Our thoughts continue to be with everyone who knew and loved Shanice.”