Armed Police Shut Down Sheffield City Centre in Major Incident
Armed Police Descend on Broad Street
Sheffield city centre is on lockdown after armed police swooped on a property on Broad Street near Park Square roundabout. The drama kicked off around 7:00 p.m. on Monday (February 10) amid fears a man inside was armed and a threat to himself and others.
South Yorkshire Police confirmed the man is believed to have weapons, sparking a huge emergency response. Roads including Broad Street and the Sheffield Parkway (between Park Square roundabout and Derek Dooley Way) are shut both ways. Tram services are disrupted, with commuters advised to check Travel South Yorkshire for the latest updates.
Residents Evacuated, Neighbours Ordered Indoors
People living in the building have been evacuated as a precaution. Neighbouring residents have been told to remain indoors until officers bring the situation under control.
Police Update and Public Warning
“We, alongside other emergency services, remain on scene at Broad Street in Sheffield.
Just after 7:00 p.m. last night, we responded to concerns for a man inside a property, alleged to have weapons and pose a risk to himself.
Those within the building where the property is have been evacuated, and those within the neighbouring buildings have been asked to stay indoors while officers conduct their work.
The Sheffield Parkway, between Park Square roundabout and Derek Dooley Way, will remain shut. Please plan accordingly and find an alternative route this morning.”
Police are urging motorists and commuters to steer clear of the area, warning rush hour chaos is set to continue.
Investigation Ongoing, Details Scarce
Authorities have yet to confirm any arrests or the type of weapons involved. This is a developing story — stay tuned for updates as they come in.
