A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson, after the fire broke out at a former arts hostel in Kirkgate in the early hours of this morning. Road closures remain in place on Vicar Lane, Fish Street and Kirkgate while emergency services carry out their enquiries.
Here are 11 pictures from the scene.
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Inspector Alistair Nicholls of Leeds District Police said: “We do appreciate the disruption these closures will cause and ask people in the city centre to bear with us." Photo: National World
8. Kirkgate fire
He added: "Work is being carried out to return the affected areas to normality as soon as is possible." Photo: National World
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Police want to speak to anyone who saw suspicious behaviour on Harper Street, Kirkgate, Vicar Lane or King Edward Street prior to 4.49am this morning Photo: Bob Peters (@BobPetUK)
10. Kirkgate fire
Information can also be given anonymously to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111 Photo: National World
11. Kirkgate fire
Anyone with information should contact Leeds District CID on 101 or online, referencing crime number 13230368364 Photo: National World