Sheffield detective issues grim warning after FOUR shootings in one day

In less than 24 hours yesterday, four men were shot, two cars were damaged and two house windows were fired at as gunmen wreaked havoc in the city.

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In the first incident, three men were wounded when a gun was fired towards them as they gathered in Grimesthorpe Road, Burngreave.

Two hours later, a 53-year-old man was shot in Club Garden Road, Sharrow.

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Just before 7pm two rival groups opened fire at each other in Machon Bank, Nether Edge, damaging two cars and the window of a house and at 7.30pm a house window was shot in nearby Union Road.

No arrests have yet been made but one firearm has been recovered by South Yorkshire Police.

In a direct appeal to those involved, Detective Chief Inspector Jamie Henderson said: “I’d like to appeal directly to those responsible for these incidents.

“Firearms offences of this nature simply will not be tolerated in South Yorkshire and our detectives are working tirelessly to bring you to justice.

“Gun crime destroys lives and tears families apart.

“Over my career, I’ve seen those involved in these type of crimes lose brothers, fathers and friends. If you have any knowledge of what happened last night, it’s time to do the right thing.

“If you have any information for us, come forward.”

He added: “We recognise that these incidents, as well as the two separate incidents in Burngreave and Sharrow yesterday, may be worrying to members of the public.

“We believe these incidents to be targeted, however we understand that the local community may have concerns around the associated risks with this type of crime.

“Patrols will continue throughout the day to provide reassurance and ensure everyone feels safe.

“While our investigation progresses at pace, I’d like to encourage members of the public to come forward; it is information from you that could make all the difference in our investigation.”

Call 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.