Shots fired at Doncaster home as police comb scene for clues

Police in Doncaster are appealing for information after multiple gunshots were fired at a home and vehicles in the Wheatley area of the city overnight.

It is reported that around 12.52am on Monday (May 13) a resident heard a “popping” sound in Barnby Dun Road before seeing a car speed off from an address in the street. The incident was reported to police at 7.43am. They attended the scene, where they found damage consistent with a firearms discharge.

Police have confirmed that no one was injured but a house and two vehicles have been damaged. A scene is currently in place to allow officers to conduct their work and for a detailed forensic examination of the scene. A number of enquiries, including house-to-house visits and CCTV trawls of the area are being carried out and police are urging anyone with information about this incident to get in touch immediately.

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Detective Inspector Claire Moss, from the dedicated Armed Crime Team at South Yorkshire Police , said: “This is an alarming incident that happened in a residential street when many people were fast asleep. It is fortunate no one was injured and we are now putting resources into finding the people responsible.

“Our stance on gun crime is simple – we won’t tolerate it here in South Yorkshire, and that is why we are now urging anyone with information to get in touch with us. We are treating this a targeted attack, and we will work relentlessly to bring the offenders of this crime to justice and take dangerous weapons off our streets for good. However, we can only do that with the public’s full help and cooperation.

“If you witnessed this incident in Barnby Dun Road and haven’t yet spoken to police, please do so immediately as even the smallest bit of information could prove to be a vital piece of the jigsaw. Furthermore, if you have relevant information, CCTV or dashcam footage that could help our detectives with their investigation, please get in touch.”

A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police added: “As well as a cordon which will remain in place to keep people safe, our officers will be conducting a series of highly visible proactive patrols to reassure members of the community in light of this incident.

“If you have any worries, queries or concerns then please speak to our officers while they are on patrol. They are there to help you, support you and ultimately keep you safe. Anyone with information about this incident can get in touch by contacting us on 101. You can also submit information online via our new website . When you get in touch, please quote incident number 175 of May 13 2024.

“If you are emailing dash cam or CCTV footage, then please email it to enquiries@southyorks.pnn.police.uk and put ‘175 of 13 May 2024’ in the subject line of your email.”

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