Police release update on Bexley Grove stabbing where man was critically-injured

A man who was stabbed in an attack in Harehills remains critically-injured in hospital police have said.
By Susie Beever
Published 25th Oct 2019, 10:50 BST
Updated 25th Oct 2019, 11:50 BST
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Officers were called to Bexley Grove, behind St James' Hospital, at 8.13am yesterday (Thursday) after reports of a man being stabbed.

The victim was rushed to hospital and it was later revealed that his injuries were critical.

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Three men aged 41, 48 and 52 were arrested in connection with the stabbing yesterday.

Police scene at Bexley Mount after a stabbing on Bexley Grove, Harehills, on ThursdayPolice scene at Bexley Mount after a stabbing on Bexley Grove, Harehills, on Thursday
Police scene at Bexley Mount after a stabbing on Bexley Grove, Harehills, on Thursday

A West Yorkshire Police spokesman said today (Friday) that the 48-year-old has since been released without charge.

The other two men remained in custody this morning.

The victim, whose age has not been disclosed, is still in a critical condition.

Investigations continue.

Anyone who has any information that could help the investigation is asked to contact Leeds District CID, quoting crime reference 13190546477.