Resients say ‘this area is lawless’ after crime wave

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Worried residents in parts of Sheffield are calling for action after a shooting and three stabbings in the space of five days.

The crime spree started on Thursday, April 18, when a 34-year-old man was stabbed in his head in South View Road, Sharrow.

His car was also vandalised during the attack.

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Councillor Mohammad Maroof's home was shot at in Edgedale Road, Nether EdgeCouncillor Mohammad Maroof's home was shot at in Edgedale Road, Nether Edge
Councillor Mohammad Maroof's home was shot at in Edgedale Road, Nether Edge

Four day later, on Monday, April 22, two men – aged 18 and 26 – were stabbed when violence flared on Abbeydale Road.