Three people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was shot dead outside a bar in Sheffield.
Officers were called to reports of a shooting outside the One Four One bar in West Street at 2.45am Monday morning.
A 30-year-old woman was found with serious injuries and she taken to hospital, where she later died.
South Yorkshire Police said three people have been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the shooting.
A 30-year-old man and 32-year-old woman were arrested near Stockport during the early hours of this morning, while a 30-year-old man was arrested here in Sheffield.
All three people remain in police custody at this time.
Assistant Chief Constable Colin McFarlane said: ‘This is a devastating incident which has resulted in the death of a young woman while on a night out during the bank holiday weekend in Sheffield.
‘First and foremost, our thoughts are with her family and everyone who knew and loved her.”
He added: ‘Our officers have been working extremely hard to piece together the events surrounding the shooting.
‘While our investigation is in its early stages, we will continue to have a significant presence at the scene in the area today and in the coming days.
‘Bank holidays are one of the busiest times of the year, and we know that there were people in the area around West Street and Eldon Street who saw what happened or know who is responsible.
‘If this is you, please share what you know either directly to us, or completely anonymously via Crimestoppers. Now is not the time to stay silent.
‘Gun crime causes unbearable tragedy and the victim and her family deserve answers.
‘We will work tirelessly to provide these answers and to put those responsible before the courts.’
West Street was closed between Mappin Street and Westfield Terrace while detectives investigated the scene.
Eldon Street, Westhill Lane and part of Orange Street wereclosed and drivers were urged by police to avoid the area.
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