Gunman storms Doncaster home, attacks two women with wooden weapon
South Yorkshire Police are in hot pursuit after a terrifying gun attack in Doncaster. A man fired shots at a house on Almond Avenue, Armthorpe, before smashing through a window and assaulting two women with a wooden weapon.
Late Night Horror on Almond Avenue
The violent ordeal unfolded just after 11:30pm on Sunday, April 20. The Yorkshire Ambulance Service tipped off officers about a firearm discharge, prompting a swift police response.
Officers arrived to find the property’s window shattered and two women injured. Thankfully, their wounds are non-life-threatening, and they’ve been taken to hospital for treatment.
A police cordon remains in place as forensic teams scour the scene, confirming evidence of gunfire.
Police Call It a Targeted Attack
Detective Chief Inspector Chris Ronayne is leading the investigation and insists this was no random act of violence.
“We will not tolerate gun crime here in South Yorkshire, and we are working hard to piece together the circumstances of this incident and bring the person responsible to justice,” DCI Ronayne said.
“This kind of mindless violence puts innocent people in danger, and it has no place in our communities.”
Community On Edge As Police Hunt Gunman
The shocking attack has shaken local residents. Police have ramped up patrols and are going door-to-door to gather information.
Officers are urging anyone with CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage from the area to come forward.
“The information you provide could be the missing piece of the jigsaw that helps us catch those responsible,” added DCI Ronayne.
If you have any info, call 101 quoting incident number 995 of 20 April, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Second Shooting Incident on Almond Avenue
This is the second gun-related incident on this street in recent years, escalating fears about rising violence in Doncaster’s residential areas.
