York shooting

York: Vehicle shooting incident under investigation in the Tang Hall area 

No-one has been harmed and reassurance patrols are taking place while enquiries continue 

Extensive police enquiries are ongoing in the Tang Hall area of York after a firearm was discharged into an unoccupied parked car by an unknown man.

It happened outside an address on Starkey Crescent at around 9.25pm on Saturday (7 March 2026).

The suspect approached the car on foot and ran from the scene.

No-one has been harmed and it is believed to have been a targeted incident, with no threat to the wider community.

However, we know that this will cause concern and fear among residents.

We are carrying out reassurance patrols in the area while the investigation continues.

Forensic and house-to-house enquiries are taking place, and CCTV, doorbell, and dashcam footage is being collated and examined to help identify the suspect.

We are appealing for witnesses to come forward and those with any relevant recorded footage who have not yet assisted the police.

If you can help, please call North Yorkshire Police on 101.

If you would prefer to remain anonymous, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or make an online report.

Please quote reference number 12260041722 when proving details.