Man left with 'potentially life-altering injuries' after Easter Sunday shooting in Tinsley, Sheffield
A man has been left with “potentially life-altering injuries” after a shooting in Sheffield late last night (April 5).
Police were called to Greasbro Road in the Tinsley area at 10.55pm on April 5 following reports of a firearms discharge.
Armed officers attended the scene and found a man in his 30s with serious injuries.
He was taken to hospital, where he remains in a stable condition.
Greasbro Road has been cordoned off while officers carry out enquiries, with increased patrols set to remain in the area over the coming days to reassure residents.
Detective Inspector Laura Procter said: "This is a terrible incident that has left a man with potentially life-altering injuries.
“We have a dedicated team of officers and staff who are hard at work following various lines of enquiries to identify those responsible for the senseless act of violence.
"Let me be clear - gun crime has no place in South Yorkshire. It is not acceptable on our streets, and we will relentlessly pursue those who are involved.
“But we can't do this alone, we must work together to stop it. We need you to work with us and provide any information you may have on this incident.
"Even the smallest piece of intelligence from you could prove crucial to our investigation and we would be particularly keen to hear from anyone who was in the Greasbro Road area at the time and has relevant doorbell, dashcam or CCTV footage.
“If you have any information that could help officers with their investigation you can also get in touch online or by calling 101, quoting incident number 926 of 5 April 2025.”
Anyone with information can contact South Yorkshire Police online or by calling 101, quoting incident number 926 of April 5, 2025.
Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.