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Man shot dead in Sheffield

A murder investigation has begun in Sheffield after a 23-year-old man died of what are believed to be gunshot wounds.

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Sheffield shooting a "targeted attack"

Detectives investigating the murder of a 23-year-old man found shot in Sheffield yesterday morning say it was an isolated incident.

They added the shooting, near Queen Mary Road, Manor, was thought to be a targeted attack.

Extra officers are patrolling the area. The victim was found with gunshot wounds and was taken to hospital where he died a short time later.

"Although we are in the very early stages of this investigation and are very much keeping an open mind as to the circumstances, we do believe that this was a targeted attack and that members of the public should not be unduly alarmed.

"I would also like to appeal to the community for information. If anyone knows something about this tragic incident, however apparently insignificant that information is, I would urge them to call South Yorkshire Police immediately on 101.

"Let us be the judge of how significant the information you hold is."

– District Commander for Sheffield Chief Superintendent David Hartley

Anyone with information should call 101, quoting incident number 166 of 21 June 2014. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Forensic experts at scene of Sheffield shooting

Forensic experts are carrying out detailed examinations at the scene of a fatal shooting in Sheffield. Emergency services were called to waste land off Queen Mary Road in the Manor area of the city in the early hours of this morning.

The 23-year-old victim was taken to hospital suffering from what is believed to be gun shot wounds but later died. Police say he has not yet been formally identified and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

Murder investigation in Sheffield

A murder investigation has been launched in Sheffield after a man was shot dead in the Manor area of the city early on Saturday. South Yorkshire Police say emergency services were called to waste land off Queen Mary Road at around 2.20am.

A 23-year-old man was found with what are believed to be gunshot injuries. He was taken to hospital but died a short time later. Officers say he has yet to be formally identified.

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