A man has been arrested in connection with the incident

A police probe is under way with a man arrested after shots were fired at a house in Doncaster.

Police received the first report of the suspected shooting at 8.12am on Thursday (23 July) but enquiries, including CCTV checks, have led officers to believe that the discharge happened during the early hours of Wednesday morning (22 July).

It is understood that a black SUV-style vehicle pulled up outside a home in Paxton Avenue, Carcroft at 1.55am before a firearm was discharged from the back of the vehicle towards a home in the street.

A SYP spokesperson said: “Thankfully, no one has been injured as a result of the shooting.

“An investigation is under way and as part of our enquiries a 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent.

“He was also arrested on suspicion of arson endangering life in connection with a reported incident in the same area on 16 July 2026.

“He has since been released on police bail. “

Detective Inspector Matt Barnes of SYP’s Armed Crime Team said: “We are grateful to the person who reported the shooting and enquiries have been progressing in the time between that first call and this appeal for information.

"While our investigation is at an early stage, initial checks indicate that a firearm was discharged on a residential street more than 24 hours before it was brought to our attention.

“This delay has effectively given whoever shot this weapon time and space to potentially do it again.

“We are stronger with the help of our communities and urge anyone who has suspicions about those involved in gun crime to contact us and make us aware so that we can take action.

“Firearms, and those who carry them, put innocent people’s lives in immediate danger and it will not be tolerated in Doncaster or anywhere else in South Yorkshire.

“Again, I want to express my thanks to members of the public who have supported our investigation so far, but I must make it clear that ignoring such violence in your community can have devastating impacts further down the line.

“If you know anything about this shooting, get in touch with us. It might seem insignificant, but it’s no exaggeration to say that what you choose to do with information you hold could be the difference between life and death.

“Officers are patrolling around the affected area and will continue to be available to anyone who wants to speak to them or ask any questions.

“You can also report information to us online or by calling 101.”

Please quote incident number 165 of 23 July 2026 when you get in touch.

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