Arrests made following attacks on emergency service workers in Bradford

West Yorkshire Police says assaults on crews will not be tolerated

Author: Gavin RutterPublished 6th Nov 2022
Last updated 6th Nov 2022

Police in Bradford have arrested four young people in connection with attacks on emergency service workers.

A police vehicle and a fire service vehicle were targeted in the Bradford Moor area in the run up to Bonfire Night.

Officers say four youths in total were arrested and all have been bailed whilst enquiries are ongoing.

Inspector Paul Riley of Bradford East Neighbourhood Policing Team said:

“Assaults on emergency workers is totally unacceptable and will not be tolerated.

“We will work with partners to take positive action on these types of incidents."

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