People seen carrying chainsaws following robbery at jewellers in Seacroft

Investigation launched following armed robbery in Seacroft

Seacroft Green Shopping Centre
Author: Katie LyonsPublished 21st Feb 2024
Last updated 21st Feb 2024

Police are appealing for witnesses following an armed robbery at jewellery shop in at Seacroft Green Shopping Centre in Leeds.

A scene is still in place while further enquiries are carried out.

A witness reported seeing the suspects carrying chainsaws.

West Yorkshire Police said: " At 11.39am today (Wednesday) police were notified of an armed robbery at commercial premises at Seacroft Green Shopping Centre in Leeds.

"The caller reported the suspects were carrying chainsaws and had left the scene in a blue vehicle towards North Parkway.

"A scene is in place while further enquiries are carried out into the incident.

"No injuries have been reported."

Officers are also appealing for anyone with footage to contact Leeds District CID on 101, or by using the livechat facility on the West Yorkshire Police website.

The crime reference is 13240097307.

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