Detectives are hunting a man and woman after a police officer was shot in Nottingham city centre.
Nottinghamshire Police said the officer approached two suspects on Angel Row shortly before 4.50am on Sunday.
He suffered a gunshot wound to his foot and was taken to hospital.
Police said he remains in a stable condition.
Two Suspects Fled Scene
Detectives said a man and a woman fled following the shooting.
A major search is now under way to locate them.
Police have not released descriptions of either suspect.
Firearm Recovered
A firearm was found within the police cordon following the incident.
Images from the scene appear to show a weapon resembling a sawn-off shotgun lying on the road inside the restricted area.
Police have not yet publicly confirmed the exact type of firearm recovered.
Major Police Scene In City Centre
Angel Row remains closed while officers investigate.
A large cordon has been established around the area, with police vehicles positioned along the street and evidence markers visible on the road.
The cordon has also been extended into St James’s Street.
Police said residents and visitors should expect a heightened police presence while enquiries continue.
Officer In Stable Condition
The injured officer is receiving treatment in hospital.
Assistant Chief Constable Claire Rukas described the shooting as a “shocking incident”.
She said it demonstrated the dangers officers can face while protecting the public.
Appeal For Information
Rukas urged anyone with information about the shooting or the whereabouts of the suspects to contact police immediately.
She said even apparently minor information could prove significant to the investigation.
Members Of Public Helped Officer
Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner Gary Godden thanked members of the public who assisted the injured officer after the shooting.
He said firearms incidents of this nature were extremely rare and praised the officer’s bravery.
Detectives are continuing to work to identify and locate those responsible.
Council Working With Police
Nottingham City Council leader Neghat Khan said she was “deeply shocked and saddened” by the incident.
She said the council was working alongside Nottinghamshire Police and that resources were being deployed to support the investigation.
Nottingham East MP Nadia Whittome also urged anyone with information to contact police and wished the injured officer a full recovery.
