Nottingham Police Officer Shot in Foot During City Centre Incident
A Nottinghamshire Police officer was shot in the foot while approaching suspects in the city centre. Police have secured a large crime scene and are seeking two suspects who fled the scene following the incident.
What happened
- A police officer was treated in hospital after being shot in the foot in Nottingham city centre on Sunday morning.
- According to Nottinghamshire Police, the officer approached two suspects in Angel Row at approximately 04:50 BST.
- A firearm was recovered, and the two suspects, a man and a woman, fled the scene.
- Claire Rukas, assistant chief constable, stated that the incident was a ‘shocking’ reminder of the dangers faced by officers.
- A large police cordon was established around Angel Row and extended to St James’s Street, impacting pubs, bars, and takeaways.
- Forensic investigators were working at the scene.
- Neghat Khan, the leader of Nottingham city council, expressed shock and sadness and pledged the council’s support for the investigation.
- Curtis Jackson, a recent UK resident, expressed concern about safety in the city at night.
- Melissa, another witness, voiced feelings of insecurity and a perceived increase in dangerous incidents.
- Police are actively seeking the two suspects involved in the shooting.
Original reporting
- BBC: Police officer shot in foot in Nottingham city centre
2026-10-18T10:58:54+00:00 - Guardian: Nottinghamshire police officer in hospital after being shot in the foot
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