Police appeal after robbery outside Leeds city centre McDonalds

A group of men who intervened in a fight ended up stealing a watch from one of the people involved

Police are looking for two men in connection with the incident
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 14th Mar 2025

Police are trying to trace two men after a robbery in Leeds city centre where a Rolex was taken.

It happened after a fight broke out outside the McDonalds on Briggate at around 4am on February 23.

Two groups where involved, with a third group trying to intervene in the altercation.

It's believed this third group of men was responsible for taking the watch.

One person has been arrested following the incident, but West Yorkshire Police are still trying to trace two others.

It's believed they have connections to Sheffield and Manchester.

Anyone with information can contact officers on 101.

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