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Man Detained After Crossbow Attack Injures Three in Leeds

The daylight assault on Otley Road near the Otley Run bar crawl left three people with non-life-threatening injuries, as police confirm the situation is contained.

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Overview

  • Yorkshire Police responded to reports of a man with a crossbow on Otley Road in Headingley at 2:47 PM local time.
  • Three individuals sustained injuries, none of which are life-threatening, and were treated by emergency services.
  • A male suspect was detained at the scene, and police declared the incident a major public safety event.
  • The attack caused temporary road closures and disruptions to businesses, with police cordons still in place as investigations continue.
  • Local councillors and officials have assured residents that the situation is contained, with no ongoing threat to public safety.