Attempted murder arrest after 'unprovoked' attack on woman at Leeds bus stop
The woman was left with cuts to her head and neck after being attacked with a 'broken glass bottle'
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following an 'unprovoked' attack on a woman stood at a bus stop in Leeds.
Police said she was left with cuts to her head and neck after she was attacked by a man 'carrying a broken glass bottle'.
It happened on Otley Road in Headingley last night (March 17).
A 32-year-old man was detained by door staff at a venue near to the bus stop, and was taken into custody by police.
Detective Inspector Richard James, of Leeds District CID, said: “From our enquiries so far this appears to be an unprovoked assault by a man who was not known to the victim.
“Security staff have reacted quickly to this incident and detained a male and safeguarded the victim until the arrival of the police.
“The woman involved has received medical treatment and is being supported by specially trained officers after what was an extremely traumatic incident.
“I understand the concern that this incident will cause in the wider community, particularly for other women, and I would like to reassure you that we have a man in custody and a thorough investigation is being carried out."
Offices are asking to speak to any witnesses.