Nottinghamshire police said Aisha Zaman, from the Hyson Green area of the city, has been charged with possession of a prohibited firearm and possession of that firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence. A weapon was recovered from the scene on Angel Row, where a large crime scene cordon was put in place. The incident occurred at 4.50am on Sunday, when the officer was approaching two individuals. Further details are expected to emerge as the investigation continues.
Woman charged over shooting of police officer in Nottingham
Aisha Zaman, 27, accused of firearm offences after officer shot on Angel Row
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A 27-year-old woman has been charged in connection with the shooting of a police officer in Nottingham city centre early on Sunday morning. The officer remains in hospital receiving treatment after being struck by a bullet while approaching two suspects.
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Analysis
Why This Matters
- This is a rare and serious incident of a police officer being shot in the UK, where most officers do not carry firearms.
- The case raises questions about officer safety and the use of firearms in crime.
- The court process and any subsequent trial will be closely watched for implications on policing and public safety.
Background
Police armed with firearms are uncommon in the UK; most officers patrol without carrying guns. The shooting occurred in Nottingham city centre, a busy area, in the early hours. The officer was on duty when he approached two suspects and was hit. Such incidents are significant because they involve a weapon being used against a law enforcement officer.
Key Perspectives
[Nottinghamshire Police]: The force has charged a suspect and recovered a weapon. They continue to investigate the incident and have cordoned off the crime scene. [The accused]: Aisha Zaman is charged with firearms offences and is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. She will appear before magistrates at a later date. [Community concerns]: Residents and business owners in the Angel Row area may be affected by the cordon and the nature of the incident, which involves a firearm in a city centre location.
What to Watch
- The officer's recovery and any updates on his condition.
- The date of Zaman's first court appearance.
- Whether any further arrests or charges are made as the investigation proceeds.
Sources
- Woman arrested over shooting of police officer in Nottingham · UK news | The Guardian
- Woman arrested over shooting of police officer in Nottingham · World news | The Guardian
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- SupportedA woman has been charged over the shooting of a police officer in Nottingham.UK news | The Guardian: “A 27-year-old woman has been charged over the shooting of a police officer in Nottingham .”
- SupportedAisha Zaman is 27 and has been charged with firearm offences.UK news | The Guardian: “Aisha Zaman, from the Hyson Green area of the city, has been charged with possession of a prohibited firearm and possession of that firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence.”
- SupportedThe officer was shot on Angel Row.UK news | The Guardian: “A weapon was recovered and a large crime scene cordon put in place around Angel Row in the heart of the city after the incident at 4.50am on Sunday.”
- SupportedThe officer was shot early on Sunday morning in Nottingham city centre.UK news | The Guardian: “A weapon was recovered and a large crime scene cordon put in place around Angel Row in the heart of the city after the incident at 4.50am on Sunday.”
- SupportedThe officer remains in hospital receiving treatment after being struck by a bullet.UK news | The Guardian: “He remains in hospital receiving treatment.”
- SupportedThe officer was approaching two suspects when he was hit by a bullet.UK news | The Guardian: “Nottinghamshire police said the officer was approaching two suspects when he was hit by a bullet.”
- Partly supportedNottinghamshire police said Aisha Zaman had been charged with the two firearm offences.UK news | The Guardian: “Aisha Zaman, from the Hyson Green area of the city, has been charged with possession of a prohibited firearm and possession of that firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence.”
- SupportedAisha Zaman is from Hyson Green.UK news | The Guardian: “Aisha Zaman, from the Hyson Green area of the city, has been charged with possession of a prohibited firearm and possession of that firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence.”
- SupportedA weapon was recovered from the scene on Angel Row, where a large crime scene cordon was put in place.UK news | The Guardian: “A weapon was recovered and a large crime scene cordon put in place around Angel Row in the heart of the city after the incident at 4.50am on Sunday.”
- SupportedThe incident occurred at 4.50am on Sunday while the officer was approaching two individuals.UK news | The Guardian: “Nottinghamshire police said the officer was approaching two suspects when he was hit by a bullet. He remains in hospital receiving treatment.”
- Partly supportedFurther details are expected to emerge as the investigation continues.UK news | The Guardian: “More details soon …”