Leeds United stadium back open after safety threat

Police shut it down on Friday

Leeds United
Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 26th Mar 2023
Last updated 26th Mar 2023

Elland Road is back open this morning, after it was shut due to safety concerns on Friday.

Police were called on Thursday night (23/3) to reports of a security threat to Leeds United's stadium.

The stadium was closed on Friday (24/3) and staff were sent home for safety reasons.

A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident.

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