Police launch investigation after four people shot with air rifle in Doncaster

Four different men were hit while crossing St James Bridge last month

St James Bridge in Doncaster
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 8th Jun 2026
Last updated 8th Jun 2026

Police say they're looking into reports that four people were shot at with an air rifle in Doncaster last month.

All four incidents happened on the evening of May 21st along St James' Bridge.

Two of the victims sustained very minor injuries, while the other two were unharmed.

Officers think shots were fire from one of the nearby blocks of flats on St James Street, but are yet to identify any suspects.

Anyone with information is being urged to contact South Yorkshire Police on 101.

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