After being shot “several times” in the back and legs on a Rotherham street, a guy is now in critical condition.
Following the incident, according to police, a 21-year-old male was detained on suspicion of trying to kill someone.
At after 2:30 yesterday, police were summoned to Winifred Street in the South Yorkshire town.
They found the man, who is in his twenties, with wounds to his back and legs which were described as ‘consistent with a guns discharged’.
He was transported by ambulance to the hospital, where he is still in a serious condition.
Investigating Officer Detective Sergeant Janine Broughton said: ‘We are aware that an incident of this nature will be concerning to our communities and local residents within the area.
‘We have an increased police presence in the area while officers conduct their enquiries and I urge you to speak to the them if you have any concerns. They are there to help you.
‘Our investigation is in its early stages, we have already made one arrest, a 21 year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder and I offer my reassurance that officers and detectives are working hard to find those responsible.’
She said the force wanted to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and may have dashcam footage or additional information.