Boy, 16, fighting for his life after shooting in town centre
Police were called to London Road just after 5pm yesterday evening over reports a boy was injured in a shooting (Picture: Ioannis Alexopoulos/LNP)
A 16-year-old boy is fighting for his life after he was shot in Sheffield.
Police were called to London Road just after 5pm yesterday evening over reports a boy was injured in a shooting.
He remains in a life-threatening condition, and there have been no arrests yet, South Yorkshire Police confirmed.
Detective Chief Inspector Emma Knight said: ‘This is a terrible incident that has left a boy fighting for his life and I know those in our community will be deeply concerned.
‘I want to assure residents that a dedicated team of officers and staff are working tirelessly to understand the circumstances that led to this attack and to trace those responsible.
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‘We need you to work with us and provide any information you have.
‘This is not acceptable on our streets, so we must work together to stop it.
‘If you see officers in the area and have information or concerns, please do speak to them.’
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