A woman is in critical condition after reportedly being shot with an air rifle in Barnsley, leading to the arrest of three individuals on suspicion of attempted murder. Emergency services responded to Windsor Street in Thurnscoe, South Yorkshire, at approximately 9:50 p.m. on Tuesday following reports of a person with a suspected firearm. The injured woman was transported to a hospital and remains in critical condition.
South Yorkshire Police arrested a 26-year-old woman at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder. An air rifle was recovered from the location. Further arrests were made on Wednesday, with a 28-year-old man taken into custody on suspicion of attempted murder, and a 37-year-old man arrested for assisting an offender. All three suspects remain in police custody.
A cordon was established at the scene on Wednesday as officers continued their investigation. Detective Inspector Claire Moss of South Yorkshire Police stated that the thoughts of the investigation team are with the victim and her family. She also acknowledged the work of the first responders and emergency medical staff who provided immediate care to the victim. Police are conducting detailed inquiries to ascertain the full circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities are appealing to the public for any information, referencing incident number 1076 of September 1, 2026.