Man shot dead in Sheffield's Ecclesall Woods, two arrested in Manchester

A man was found shot dead in Ecclesall Woods, Sheffield. A woman, 34, and a man, 36, were arrested in Manchester on suspicion of murder.

Shooting death in Sheffield woodland prompts murder investigation

Google News CA — Crime (EN) reports that two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was found shot dead in Ecclesall Woods, Sheffield.

A member of the public discovered the body at approximately 18:45 BST on Wednesday. The victim has not yet been identified.

South Yorkshire Police confirmed a post-mortem examination established the cause of death as a gunshot wound. The force said its investigation "continues at pace."

A 34-year-old woman and a 36-year-old man were arrested in Manchester on Thursday on suspicion of murder and have since been bailed.

Detective Chief Inspector Andy Knowles, who is leading the investigation, described the incident as "devastating." He said officers are appealing for anyone who may have captured footage of people entering or leaving the woods, or of suspicious vehicle activity in the area.

Knowles specifically asked for information relating to the evenings of Tuesday 1 September and Wednesday 2 September, including footage recorded by drivers passing along Whirlowdale Road.

"We are looking for anyone entering the woodland, leaving, or vehicles being used in a suspicious manner," Knowles said. "I urge you to get in touch with us."

Ecclesall Woods is a popular destination for joggers, dog walkers and families in the south of Sheffield.

Source: Google News CA — Crime (EN)