Man injured after attack on West Street in Sheffield

Police were called in the early hours of this morning.

West Street in Sheffield
Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 1st Oct 2026
Last updated 1st Oct 2026

An investigation is getting underway after reports of an attack on West Street in Sheffield.

Police say they were called in the early hours of this morning to reports of an injured man there.

A 24-year-old man was taken to hospital.

A statement from South Yorkshire Police said: "We were called this morning (Thursday 1 October) at 4.53am to reports of an injured man on West Street in Sheffield.

"It is reported an altercation took place between a group of people and two men. It is further reported that the group then attacked one of the men several times before attacking the second man.

"A 24-year-old man was taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening. He has since been discharged.

"A second 24-year-old man received minor injuries.

"A partial road closure was in place on West Street between Eldon Street to Rockingham Street while officers conducted enquiries."

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