Police have launched an investigation after a 20-year-old man was seriously injured in a shooting involving his Lamborghini.
The man had been driving along the road in Sheffield at around 2am when shots were reported to have been fired towards his black super car.
He then fled towards Whirlowdale Road, where he got into a a white Rolls-Royce and with two other people already inside.
The group then travelled to Sheffield Rugby Club, where they called 999.
South Yorkshire Police confirmed the victim was taken to hospital by ambulance with “serious injuries”.
The white Rolls-Royce also had gunshot damage, but the other two occupants were unharmed.
Officers today have been guarding a cordon opposite, with CSI also at the scene.
Local business owners told YorkshireLive that they expect today to be "quieter" than usual, on account of part of the road being closed and the pavement being inaccessible.
One local worker, who did not want to be named, said: “Ecclesall Road is not what it used to be.”
Detective Superintendent Paul Murphy said: "A cordon is currently in place in Ecclesall Road at the junction with Collegiate Crescent and a lane is out of use whilst officers continue their investigation. Please plan your route and avoid the area if you can.
"I know how distressing and worrying this incident will be for the local community and that of the wider Sheffield community.
"Please know that our investigation continues at pace and we have a dedicated team of officers working tirelessly to establish the exact circumstances of what took place this morning that led to a man being seriously injured.
“Our officers remain in the area to carry out their work, and additional patrols are in place to provide you with reassurance. If you see our officers, please do speak to them. They are there to help and support you.
"I’d also like to encourage anyone with information to come forward and report to police. No matter how small you think your information is, it could prove vital in our investigation."
Anyone with information that could assist police is asked to contact 101 quoting incident number 53 of 7 February, or report information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
