Two individuals now face charges following the tragic shooting of an ‘entirely innocent’ mother in Sheffield on Monday morning.
Shanice Brookes, a 30-year-old digital creator and photographer, lost her life after being shot near the One Four One bar in the city center around 2:45 am.
The incident occurred after a street altercation, which Shanice was not part of.
Authorities have charged Jemele Rhone, 30, and Deiryen Dyce, 32, in connection with Brookes’s death. They are scheduled to appear in Sheffield Magistrates’ Court this Friday.
Rhone, residing on Outram Road, Sheffield, faces charges of murder, firearm possession, and possession of criminal property. Dyce, from Ellesmere Road North, Sheffield, is charged with assisting an offender, possessing ammunition, possession of drugs with intent to supply, and possession of criminal property.
South Yorkshire Police reported that a 30-year-old man initially arrested on suspicion of murder has been released and is no longer under investigation.
Detective Chief Inspector Andy Knowles, the senior investigating officer, said the mother-of-one 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’.
He added: ‘Shanice’s family, including her young son, now face the harrowing reality that they will never get to see her again.
Digital creator and photographer Shanice Brookes was killed in the early hours of Monday morning
Shanice, who had worked as a child and youth worker for the past five years, was treated by officers and paramedics but died in hospital
Police pictured at the scene of the shooting on Monday near One Four One bar in Sheffield
‘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.
‘Monday’s incident has shown how gun crime destroys families and brings devastation to our communities.’
DCI Knowles said officers were still appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
‘This awful incident happened on a busy Bank Holiday weekend where there were loads of people in the area,’ he said.
‘Anyone who has any information which may assist us to urged to come forward, either by contacting South Yorkshire Police or Crimestoppers, anonymously.’
A tribute to Shanice from her family called the her ‘truly one of a kind’.
‘Shanice had the biggest heart and the kind of energy you could never forget,’ their statement, released through police, said.
‘She was a deeply loved daughter, granddaughter, niece, cousin, friend and godmother, as well as being an amazing mum to her son, who meant the world to her.
‘To her cousins, she was more like a sister – someone they could always turn to for love, laughter and support.
‘Shanice was also due to graduate from university, a reflection of her determination, ambition and the bright future ahead of her.’
Her LinkedIn showed she had been studying photography, videography and graphic design for a three-year bachelor’s degree at The Sheffield College since September 2023 and was due to finish this month.
The family’s tribute continued: ‘She could light up every room she walked in to with her infectious laugh, beautiful soul and magical aura.
‘Shanice made people feel loved, safe and valued simply by being herself.
‘She was truly one of a kind and she will be missed by all who were lucky enough to know and love her.’
