Man still in hospital while gunman on the loose after 'disgusting' shooting in Sheffield on Easter Sunday

A police chief has described a recent shootings as a ‘disgusting attack’ as he calls on the public to help ‘stamp out’ gun crime.

Officers rushed to Greasbro Road, in Tinsley at around 11pm on Sunday, April 5, after receiving reports of a shooting.

A police chief has said the force needs the community's support to 'stamp out' gun crime in Sheffield, as a gunman who left a man in his 30s in hospital remains on the loose.placeholder image
A police chief has said the force needs the community's support to 'stamp out' gun crime in Sheffield, as a gunman who left a man in his 30s in hospital remains on the loose. | Iconic Media

A man in his 30s was taken to hospital, while officers sealed off the residential road near to the M1 and began investigations.

Five days later (April 10) and police have confirmed that the person responsible is still on the loose.

The victim also remains in hospital but has been described as being in a ‘stable condition’.

Superintendent Martin Simcock has released a statement as he urges the public to help officer in their investigation

"We will not tolerate firearms crime in our communities, but we need the help of our communities to stamp it out,” he added.

“This was a disgusting attack that could have led to another senseless death. Thankfully, the victim is stable, but he and his family will have been put through hell by this experience.

“I am urging anyone with information that could aid our investigation to please get in touch. It is vital that we find the person responsible for this crime and bring them to justice.”

Information can be passed to the police online or by calling 101, quoting incident number 926 of April 5, 2026.

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