A man has been charged with the murder of a mum outside a bar in Sheffield over the Bank Holiday.
Shanice Brookes, 30, died in hospital after the incident outside One Four One bar in the Yorkshire city centre.
Now, South Yorkshire Police has confirmed Jemele Rhone, 30, has been charged with murder, possession of a firearm and possession of criminal property.
Deiryen Dyce, 32, has also been charged with assisting an offender, possession of ammunition, possession of drugs with intent to supply, possession of drugs and possession of criminal property.
A spokesman for South Yorkshire Police said: “Shortly before 2.45am on Monday, May 25, we received reports that 30-year-old Shanice had been shot outside of One Four One bar, following an altercation in the street, to which she was an innocent bystander.
“Despite the best efforts of officers and paramedics, Shanice sadly died a short time later in hospital.
“Jemele Rhone, aged 30, of Outram Road, Sheffield, has been charged with murder, possession of a firearm and possession of criminal property.
“Deiryen Dyce, aged 32, of Ellesmere Road North, Sheffield, has been charged with assisting an offender, possession of ammunition, possession of drugs with intent to supply, possession of drugs and possession of criminal property.
“Both have been remanded into custody ahead of appearing at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court later today.”
The scene outside the One Four One bar in Sheffield
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A 30-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder in Sheffield on Monday has now been released and is no longer being treated as a suspect.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Andy Knowles said: “Shanice was an entirely innocent bystander who should’ve been able to enjoy a night out in our city without the fear that she wouldn’t come home safely.
“Shanice’s family, including her young son, now face the harrowing reality that they will never get to see her again.”They are having to grieve the unimaginable loss of their beloved daughter, friend and mother in the most tragic of circumstances. Our thoughts remain with them.
“From the outset of this investigation our priority has been clear – to provide answers for Shanice’s loved ones – and today’s development is a significant step in our commitment to do so.”
The scene outside the Sheffield bar the morning after the incident
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Jonathan Storer of the Crown Prosecution Service said: “We remind all concerned that proceedings against the defendants are active and they have the right to a fair trial.
“It is vital that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.”