Investigation underway after man stabbed at Leeds Bus Station
Police say they were called this morning.
An investigation is underway after a man was stabbed a number of times at Leeds bus station.
The man in his 40s was taken to hospital, his wounds aren't thought to be life threatening.
Police are asking any witnesses to come forward.
A Police statement said:
"Part of Leeds Bus Station has been closed as officers investigate a serious assault on a man this morning (Thursday, 13 July).
"Police were called at 6.49am to a report that a man had been stabbed.
"The injured man, who is aged in his 40s, has been taken to hospital with a number of stab wounds. They are not believed to be life-threatening.
"The New York Street entrance to the bus station and a small part of the foyer have been closed. The bus station remains open, and no buses are affected."
Detective Sergeant Andy Greatorex, of Leeds District CID, said:
“We understand that this incident will cause some concern for those who use the bus station and the wider community. Our investigation is in its early stages, but initial enquiries suggest that the victim and suspect are known to each other and that this was a targeted attack.
“I would urge anyone who was in the bus station around this time and witnessed any part of this incident, or anyone behaving suspiciously, to please contact Leeds District CID to assist us with our enquiries.”