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Leeds Erupts in Violence: Multiple Arrests After Riots in Harehills

Police and council officials respond to severe disorder linked to a child protection case, with vehicles torched and officers attacked.

  • Five individuals arrested and one charged with arson after riots in Harehills, Leeds.
  • Disturbances began following hostility towards social workers handling a child protection issue.
  • Police vehicles were overturned and a double-decker bus was set on fire during the chaos.
  • Local leaders and the Roma community call for calm and an urgent review of the incident.
  • Increased police presence and ongoing investigations aim to prevent further unrest.
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