Police cordoned off a Sheffield road after reports of another shooting in the city.
Myrtle Road was taped off by police after residents said they heard gunshots on Monday night.
It is thought that bullets were fired at a house opposite Wah Sing takeaway in Myrtle Road, Heeley, sparking concern among people living in the area.
Sheffield has recently seen a spate of shootings which are supposedly linked to gang-related drug crime and Detective Chief Inspector Jamie Henderson for South Yorkshire Police has previously said his force is determined to put an end to this kind of violence.
South Yorkshire Live has contacted South Yorkshire Police for a statement about reports of a shooting last night and we will provide live updates of this ongoing incident in our live blog below.
Councillor makes statement after Myrtle Road shooting
After gunshots were fired in Myrtle Road last night, Cllr Ben Miskell, who represents Park & Arbourthorne, made a statement.
He said: “Many residents have been in touch to express their shock & frustration at this incident. During a global pandemic, this is last thing that people need as many families continue to self isolate & a number of vulnerable elderly people live in nearby properties. Their homes need to be a sanctuary.
“Incidents like this understandably make people worried, especially the most vulnerable. Those responsible need to understand the impact they have on everyone, including the most vulnerable.
“With Covid-19, the fear of leaving the house is hard enough for many people to deal with, without also having to worry about getting caught up in gun crime on your street. This has to stop!”
Police statement on shooting
“An investigation has been launched after gunshots were reportedly fired in the Heeley area of Sheffield last night (May 25).
“Police were called to Heeley Green shortly before 8.30pm after reports of a firearms discharge.
“We have no reports of anyone being injured during the incident.
“There will be an increased police presence in the area today as enquiries continue”
Shots fired at a house
From what we understand, shots were fired at a house in Myrtle Road by men on a motorbike.
We are still waiting for an official statement from South Yorkshire Police.
Residents told they can't leave the cordon in their car
A woman living in Myrtle Road said residents have been told by police that they must sign out to leave the cordon and that they cannot leave in their cars.
Where the 'shooting' happened
Eyewitnesses say gunshots were heard at around 8.30pm last night with shots allegedly fired at a house opposite Wah Sing takeaway in Myrtle Road.
Pictures from Monday night
Police set up the cordon last night and pictures from eyewitnesses at the scene show officers’ presence.
What we know so far
Police cordoned off Myrtle Road on Monday night after reports of a shooting around 8.30pm.
Residents say shots were aimed at a house opposite Wah Sing takeaway. Armed police initially arrived with a cordon put in place and officers have remained at the scene for over 12 hours since with part of the road still inaccessible.
We have contacted South Yorkshire Police for a full statement on last night’s alleged shooting.
