Police officer shot in Nottingham city centre by fleeing suspects

Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 09:14 · Archive

A police officer was shot in the foot in Nottingham city centre after approaching two suspects at 4.50am on Angel Row. The officer was taken to hospital for treatment. The two suspects fled the scene and police are continuing to search for them. A gun has been recovered from the incident.

Assistant Chief Constable Claire Rukas of Nottinghamshire Police described the shooting as 'shocking' and 'a sobering reminder of the potential dangers faced by officers as they work to protect and serve the public'. She said her thoughts were with the injured officer, his family and colleagues.

Police have appealed for information from the public. Anyone with details is asked to call 101 quoting incident 106 of 18 October 2026. A large cordon was set up in the city centre following the incident.

How it is being reported

• Police officer shot in city centre as two suspects fleeA police officer is being treated in hospital after being shot in Nottingham city centre last night. The officer approached two suspects in Angel Row shortly before 4.50am last night, Nottinghamshire Police said. He is currently being treated in hospital for a wound to his foot. The force said a firearm has been recovered. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Two suspects, a man and a woman, fled the scene and remain outstanding. Angel Row is closed off this morning, with a large police presence remaining in place. Assistant Chief Constable Claire Rukas, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: "This is…GB News · 18 Oct, 09:22
• Police officer shot in Nottingham city centreA police officer has been shot in Nottingham city centre.Sky News · 18 Oct, 09:05
• Police officer shot in Nottingham as 999 crews swarm and streets sealed offA police officer has been shot and rushed to hospital after he approached two suspects in Angel Row in Nottingham city centre in the early hours of this morningThe Mirror · 18 Oct, 08:45
• Police officer shot in Nottingham city centre as suspects on the loosePeople with information have been urged to contact police.Daily Express · 18 Oct, 08:45

In this story: Nottinghamshire Police · Claire Rukas · Nottingham · Angel Row

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