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Police officer injured in city centre shooting

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The officer, who is currently being treated in hospital, was approached by two suspects in Angel Row shortly before 04:50 BST on Sunday. A firearm was recovered from the scene, and two suspects, a man and a woman, fled the area. Assistant Chief Constable Claire Rukas of Nottinghamshire Police has stated that the officer's safety is a priority and that the police are working to apprehend the suspects.

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  • The officer, who is currently being treated in hospital, was approached by two suspects i…: The officer, who is currently being treated in hospital, was approached by two suspects in Angel Row shortly before 04:50 BST on Sunday.
  • A firearm was recovered from the scene, and two suspects, a man and a woman, fled the are…: A firearm was recovered from the scene, and two suspects, a man and a woman, fled the area.
  • Assistant Chief Constable Claire Rukas of Nottinghamshire Police has stated that the offi…: Assistant Chief Constable Claire Rukas of Nottinghamshire Police has stated that the officer's safety is a priority and that the police are working to apprehend the suspects.

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A police officer is being treated in hospital after being shot in Nottingham city centre.

Nottinghamshire Police said the officer had approached two suspects in Angel Row shortly before the incident at 04:50 BST on Sunday.

The officer is now being treated for a wound to his foot, the force said.

Detectives said a firearm was recovered and that two suspects, a man and a woman, fled the scene.

Angel Row is currently closed and a large police scene remains in place.

Assistant Chief Constable Claire Rukas, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: "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.

"As we investigate what happened and work to apprehend the individuals involved, my thoughts today are with the injured officer, his family and colleagues.

"I also ask that anyone with additional information shares this with us without delay. Even the smallest bit of information could make all the difference to this investigation."

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