Man shot in Sheffield city centre

A man has been shot in Sheffield city centre.
The scene of the shooting on Sidney Street. Pictures: Andrew RoeThe scene of the shooting on Sidney Street. Pictures: Andrew Roe
The scene of the shooting on Sidney Street. Pictures: Andrew Roe

A 27-year-old was shot in Sidney Street at around 1am this morning.

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The scene of the shooting on Sidney Street. Pictures: Andrew RoeThe scene of the shooting on Sidney Street. Pictures: Andrew Roe
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He suffered minor leg injuries and was taken to hospital, but has since been released.

Police have cordoned off the scene.

Officers are searching for two Asian men, both of slim build.

Anyone with information is urged to contact South Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 72 of March 18.