Nottingham Police Officer Hospitalized After Shooting in City Centre

A police officer is receiving hospital treatment after being shot in Nottingham city centre. Authorities are actively searching for two suspects involved.

Editorial Desk

October 18, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Nottingham, United Kingdom — A police officer is currently receiving medical treatment in a hospital following a shooting incident in the heart of Nottingham city centre.

The confrontation occurred at 4.50am on October 18. Nottinghamshire Police report that the officer was wounded after approaching two individuals in Angel Row.

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Law enforcement officials have launched an active search for the two suspects who fled the scene. A police official described the event as shocking as the investigation into the early morning attack continues.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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