Gang armed with bats and metal bars carry out 'targeted attack' on Bradford garage
Detectives in Bradford are appealing for information following a large-scale incident of affray at a garage in Bradford.
Police were called at 7.18pm on Saturday evening (January 24) to Gledhill Road, off Leeds Road, to a report that multiple people armed with weapons had assaulted three men within the premises. The three men were taken to hospital.
From enquiries so far, it is understood that 17 people were involved and arrived and left in three vehicles, including a black Nissan Nivara.
Detective Inspector Andrew Queen, of Bradford CID, said: “This appears to have been a targeted, pre-planned attack with those involved turning up at the premises armed with bats and metal bars. Thankfully, while one of the victims continues to receive hospital treatment, all three are expected to make a full recovery.
“This incident was understandably very concerning for those involved though, and we are conducting extensive enquiries to identify those responsible. There is CCTV which shows the events surrounding this incident and I am hopeful that someone may have more information about the individuals or vehicles involved in this offence.”
Three arrests have been made – two 24-year-old men and a 50-year-old man, all from Bradford. The two 24-year-olds remain in custody while the 50-year-old man has been interviewed and released on conditional bail.
Anyone with any information that could assist police in their ongoing enquiries, is asked to contact Bradford CID via the 101LiveChat or by calling 101, quoting crime reference 13260047055. Alternatively, information can be passed to independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or online.