Leeds Bus Station: Everything we know so far as police provide update on stabbing investigation

Parts of the bus station were cordoned off after officers were called to reports of a stabbing at 6.49am yesterday (Thursday) morning.

The injured man, who is aged in his 40s, has been taken to hospital with a number of stab wounds that were reported to not be life-threatening.

Here’s everything we know so far:

What happened?

Police were called at 6.49am to a report that a man had been stabbed at Leeds Bus Station.

The injured man, who is aged in his 40s, was taken to hospital with a number of stab wounds not believed to be life-threatening.

The New York Street entrance to the bus station and a small part of the foyer – including the travel centre and Costa Coffee – were closed by police while investigations were carried out by CSI teams. The bus station remained open and no buses were affected.

Where did the incident happen?

It was confirmed to the Yorkshire Evening Post that the incident happened inside the men’s toilet at the bus station.

What did police say?

Detective Sergeant Andy Greatorex, of Leeds District CID, said: “We understand that this incident will cause some concern for those who use the bus station and the wider community. Our investigation is in its early stages, but initial enquiries suggest that the victim and suspect are known to each other and that this was a targeted attack.

“I would urge anyone who was in the bus station around this time and witnessed any part of this incident, or anyone behaving suspiciously, to please contact Leeds District CID to assist us with our enquiries.”

What update have police given?

A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police confirmed today (Friday) that no arrests have yet been made and that enquiries are ongoing. Police are still assessing CCTV footage at the bus station as part of their investigation.

The spokesperson said that the cordon at the station was lifted on Thursday afternoon.

What to do if you have information

Information can be provided by using the 101Live Chat online or by calling 101, quoting crime reference 13230389223. Information can also be passed to independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.