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Police Officer Shot in Nottingham City Centre; Four Arrested
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Incident Overview
On the morning of 18 October 2026, a male police officer was wounded in the foot after approaching two individuals at a bus stop on Angel Row, Nottingham. He was struck by a projectile believed to have been fired from a shotgun shortly before 04:50 BST. The firearm was recovered and the officer was taken to hospital, where he remains in a stable condition.
Arrests and Investigation
Detectives launched a manhunt for the two suspects who fled. Later that evening police stopped a vehicle in Radford, Nottingham, detaining its three occupants: a 27-year-old woman (arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life) and a 24-year-old man together with a 25-year-old woman (both arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender). In the early hours of 19 October 2026, Bedfordshire Police arrested a 30-year-old man on suspicion of assisting an offender. All four remain in custody and are being questioned. Nottinghamshire Police said a “team of experienced detectives” is leading the inquiry.
Timeline
- 18 Oct 2026 – Officer shot; firearm recovered; suspects flee.
- Evening 18 Oct – Three occupants arrested in Radford.
- 19 Oct – 30-year-old man arrested in Bedfordshire.
- Ongoing – Heightened police presence while forensic teams process evidence.
Data & Statistics
- Arrests: Four individuals (27-y/o woman, 24-y/o man, 25-y/o woman, 30-y/o man).
- Charges: One count of grievous bodily harm with intent and firearm possession; three counts of assisting an offender.
- Injury: Single foot wound, classified as “not life-threatening.”
- Firearm: Identified as a shotgun; one report described it as a “sawn-off double-barrelled shotgun,” but no official clarification has been issued.
Official Statements & Responses
Assistant Chief Constable Claire Rukas said the incident was “deeply shocking” and thanked members of the public who assisted the officer. She emphasized that detectives were “working tirelessly” to piece together the events and expressed hope that the arrests would reassure the community. Police and Crime Commissioner Gary Godden urged anyone with information to contact police.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Most outlets refer to the weapon as a shotgun, while one report mentions a “sawn-off double-barrelled shotgun.” No official clarification has been provided, leaving the exact type unconfirmed.
Verbatim Quotes
- “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.” — Claire Rukas, Assistant Chief Constable
- “I am pleased that four arrests have now been made” — Claire Rukas, Assistant Chief Constable
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The investigation remains active, with detectives continuing to interview the four suspects and forensic teams processing evidence from Angel Row. Police have asked the public to contact 101, quoting incident 106 of 18 October 2026, for any information that could assist the inquiry.