Shanice Brookes, 30, was fatally shot outside a bar in Sheffield city centre in the early hours of Monday 25 May 2026 — her family have now paid tribute to the much-loved mother-of-one
A woman fatally shot outside a Sheffield bar on Monday has been identified as Shanice Brookes, a 30-year-old mother, South Yorkshire Police have confirmed.
The family of Shanice have today paid tribute to the much-loved mum-of-one.
Shortly before 2.45am on Monday (May 25), Shanice was outside One Four One bar on West Street when she was senselessly shot during an incident to which she was simply an innocent bystander.
Officers attended the scene, where Shanice was treated by police and paramedics before being taken to hospital, where she died.
Following formal identification, her family paid tribute to her. Shanice lived in Sheffield, where she worked for a local charity and was in the process of completing a university degree.
Her family said: “Shanice had the biggest heart and the kind of energy you could never forget. She was a deeply loved daughter, granddaughter, niece, cousin, friend and godmother, as well as being an amazing mum to her son, who meant the world to her.
“To her cousins, she was more like a sister – someone they could always turn to for love, laughter and support. Shanice was also due to graduate from university, a reflection of her determination, ambition and the bright future ahead of her.
“She could light up every room she walked in to with her infectious laugh, beautiful soul and magical aura. Shanice made people feel loved, safe and valued simply by being herself.
“She was truly one of a kind and she will be missed by all who were lucky enough to know and love her.”, reports the Daily Star.
On Tuesday, police released an image depicting the location of the incident and a vehicle they believe to be connected.
Officers continue to appeal for anyone who witnessed what occurred in the early hours of Monday morning to come forward.
Detective Chief Inspector Andy Knowles said: “Today, we have formally identified Shanice as the victim fatally injured in this incident, and our thoughts are with her family and the many people who knew and loved her.
“Shanice was a young woman who was in the prime of her life and was simply enjoying a night out in the city centre over the bank holiday weekend.
“People often say innocent victims were in the wrong place at the wrong time, but Shanice was not in the wrong place at the wrong time – we should all be able to go on nights out and know that we will come home safely.
“This incident lays bare the devastation gun crimes causes within families and communities and I want to send a clear message to those who witnessed the incident or have information on those involved.
“If you saw what happened on Monday morning, or have information about who was involved, please do not stay silent. Shanice’s family, including her young son, are now facing the heartbreaking reality that they will never see her again.
“The reckless actions of others have taken her life away from her and the sad reality is that any of us, or our loved ones, could have been the victim of this senseless incident.
“We are carrying out a complex and comprehensive investigation to secure justice for Shanice, but we need the public to come forward and tell us what they saw and what they know, so we can ensure no other family goes through the devastation Shanice’s family are experiencing right now.”
Information can be submitted directly to police via the Major Incident Public Portal or by calling 101, quoting incident number 135 of 25 May 2026. Report online here.
Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on freephone 0800 555 111 or through their website. No personal details are gathered through their confidential reporting service, ensuring complete anonymity.
Further information about the support available for witnesses can also be found on the force’s website.
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