A police officer has been admitted to hospital following a shooting in Nottinghamshire's city centre on Sunday. According to BBC News, the officer sustained a wound to his foot after approaching two suspects in Angel Row, Nottingham, shortly before 04:50 BST. Nottinghamshire Police confirmed that detectives recovered a firearm at the scene and that two suspects—a man and a woman—fled the area immediately following the shooting.
This report also draws on coverage by The Guardian.
The Guardian reported that a large crime scene cordon was established around Angel Row in the heart of the city centre, with forensics experts working within the cordoned area on Sunday morning. The cordon included Angel Row between Old Market Square and Upper Parliament Road, and St James's Street was also closed that morning. The area is occupied by pubs, bars and takeaways, affecting the city centre's commercial district.
Police Response and Investigation
Assistant Chief Constable Claire Rukas of Nottinghamshire Police described the incident as shocking and emphasised the inherent risks officers face in their duties.
This is a shocking incident and a sobering reminder of the potential dangers faced by officers as they work to protect and serve the public.She added that her thoughts were with the injured officer, his family, and his colleagues as the force works to identify and apprehend those responsible.
Rukas appealed for public assistance, stressing the importance of any information, however minor it may seem.
As we investigate what happened and work to apprehend the individuals involved, my thoughts today are with the injured officer, his family and colleagues. I also ask that anyone with additional information shares this with us without delay. Even the smallest bit of information could make all the difference to this investigation.
Community Impact and Concerns
The incident has raised concerns among city centre residents and visitors about safety. Curtis Jackson, 22, who recently moved to the UK from the US, told the Nottingham Post he felt "quite worried to be in the city at night". He said: "My thoughts go out to the police officer, this is really a terrible incident. It's a scary thought that on a Saturday night, when most people go out to have a fun night, someone was in town with a gun ready to use it."
Another resident, who gave her name only as Melissa, told the newspaper: "Incidents like this just amplify the feeling I have, I don't feel safe in the city at all and when it's dark any more. I know police do all they can, but they can't be everywhere and it feels like scary incidents are becoming all too common nowadays."
What Happens Next
Detectives are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. According to the Birmingham Mail, the suspects remained outstanding as of 18 October 2026. The force is urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has information about the two suspects to come forward without delay. Police asked anyone with information to call 101 and quote incident 106 of 18 October 2026.
Key Facts
- A police officer was shot in the foot in Angel Row, Nottingham, at approximately 04:50 BST on Sunday, 18 October 2026
- The officer is receiving hospital treatment for his wound
- A firearm was recovered at the scene; two suspects—a man and a woman—fled the area and remained outstanding
- Angel Row between Old Market Square and Upper Parliament Road, and St James's Street were closed; a large police cordon and forensics operation were established
- Members of the public can contact police on 101, quoting incident 106 of 18 October 2026
