Leeds city centre weekend protests: Police issue arrests update

Police issue city centre protests arrest update

Police today released an update on those arrested after protests in Leeds city centre at the weekend.

Police said they have made six arrests on Saturday (April 25) as hundreds of protestors gathered in the city centre.

Additional police powers were put in place during static protests in City Square and Victoria Gardens and marches around the city centre.placeholder image
Additional police powers were put in place during static protests in City Square and Victoria Gardens and marches around the city centre. | YEP

There has been a heavy police presence after officers were given extra powers as three of planned protests took place in the city.

Hundreds of officers managed three demonstrations in the city centre, organised by UKIP and the Yorkshire Patriots, Stand Up To Racism and the Palestine Solidarity Campaign.

Today West Yorkshire Police said in a statement: “All arrested have been bailed pending further enquiries.”

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