Murder investigation launched in Leeds after man killed in 'sustained weapons attack'
A 38-year-old man was pronounced dead shortly after the attack
A murder investigation has been launched in Leeds after a man was killed following a “sustained attack” with weapons.
Police received a report at 10.23pm last night (Saturday, October 24) that a man was being attacked with weapons outside a property on Hedley Chase, New Wortley.
Emergency services attended the scene and despite treatment by the paramedics the 38-year-old was sadly pronounced dead a short time later.
A murder investigation has been launched by detectives, and a scene remains in place whilst extensive enquiries are carried out.
Detective Chief Inspector Dan Bates, of the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team said: “A man has tragically lost his life, and we are supporting his family at this tragic time.
“From initial reports, we understand that four people who were armed with weapons, carried out a sustained attack on the victim. We are working extremely hard to identify those individuals.
“We have significant resources working to get answers for his family and ensure that those responsible face justice for their actions. This was a targeted and isolated attack.”
West Yorkshire Police are appealing for anyone with information or who witnessed the attack to come forward and provide details.
They can contact police via calling 101 or by using the 101LiveChat function online quoting reference 13260606745.
Information can always be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 11 or via online.