CT Police investigating after Leeds crossbow attack

Counter Terrorism Policing North East, alongside West Yorkshire Police are investigating an incident in Leeds of Saturday, after two women were injured in an attack.

West Yorkshire Police were called to Otley Road at 14:47 to reports of an ongoing serious incident involving a man seen with weapons.

Two women ages 19 and 31 had suffered injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment.

A third person, a 38-year-old man was arrested and taken to hospital with a self-inflicted injury. This man is the key suspect.

One of the women has been discharged from hospital and the other has undergone surgery after suffering life-threatening injuries.

Otley Road is known for its famous pub crawl.

Head of Counter Terrorism Policing North East, Detective Chief Superintendent James Dunkerley, said: “The investigation continues and officers are working at pace to establish the full facts and circumstances of Saturday’s incident.

“We are not currently seeking anyone else in connection with this matter, which has caused understandable concern. We believe it was an isolated incident.

“We are grateful for the support and understanding of the local community as we progress the investigation.

“Counter Terrorism Policing North East continue to work closely with our colleagues at West Yorkshire Police to reassure all those affected and keep them informed.”

Assistant Chief Constable Carl Galvin of West Yorkshire Police, said: “We continue to work closely with our colleagues at Counter Terrorism Policing North East as the investigation into yesterday’s very serious incident on Otley Road continues.

“A number of police scenes remained in place throughout today and uniformed officers remain highly visible in communities to reassure residents, partners and business owners in the affected area.

“We are aware of the disruption the very necessary police enquiries at our scenes has caused and want to thank residents for their understanding.”