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Leeds Crossbow Attacker’s Cause of Death Confirmed as Self-Inflicted Airgun Wound

Coroner adjourns inquest as counter-terrorism investigation continues into April 26 attack that injured two women during Otley Run pub crawl.

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Overview

  • Owen Lawrence, 38, died from a self-inflicted airgun wound to the head, according to a coroner's provisional findings.
  • The attack, which took place on April 26 in Headingley, left two women, aged 19 and 31, injured; both have since been discharged from the hospital.
  • The incident occurred during the Otley Run pub crawl, a popular social event involving multiple pubs along Otley Road in Leeds.
  • Counter Terrorism Policing North East and West Yorkshire Police are investigating Lawrence’s motives, weapon acquisition, and potential online activity.
  • The inquest into Lawrence’s death was opened and adjourned by Coroner Oliver Longstaff in Wakefield on May 12.