Sheffield woman killed in night out murder probe launched

A 30-year-old woman was fatally shot while on a night out in Sheffield city centre, prompting a murder investigation and widespread appeals for witnesses. Shanice Brookes died after being struck by gunfire outside the One Four One bar on West Street shortly before 2:45 a.m. on Monday, May 25.

South Yorkshire Police have confirmed that Ms. Brookes was an innocent bystander during the incident. Officers and paramedics treated her at the scene before she was rushed to hospital, where she later died. Her family has issued a tribute describing her as a deeply loved daughter, granddaughter, niece, cousin, friend, and godmother, as well as an amazing mother to her son. She lived in Sheffield, worked for a local charity, and was in the process of completing a university degree.

Three people were initially arrested on suspicion of murder. A 30-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman were arrested near Stockport in Greater Manchester. A second 30-year-old man was arrested in Sheffield. Police have since released the man arrested in Sheffield and stated he is no longer being treated as a suspect. The two individuals arrested near Stockport remain in custody as detectives have been granted...