Iveson Drive police incident: Man arrested after officers attacked while investigating domestic assault in Leeds
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A report of a domestic assault against a woman was made to West Yorkshire Police at 3.15pm today (Thursday).
As officers made enquiries in Iveson Drive, Lawnswood, they were attacked by a man - with three officers sustaining minor injuries.
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A 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assaulting emergency workers and grievous bodily harm and was taken into custody.
A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police added: "The woman was taken to hospital for treatment. She continues to be supported by specially trained officers.
"Enquiries are continuing at the scene."
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