Prince Edward Grove: Leeds police launch murder investigation after woman stabbed to death near Wortley

Officers were called to a house in Prince Edward Grove, near Wortley, shortly after 11pm yesterday (Monday October 23). Paramedics had reported that they were treating a woman for stab wounds at the property.

The woman was taken to hospital for further treatment but was pronounced dead a short time later. A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with her death.

A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: “Police have launched a murder enquiry after the body of a woman was found in Leeds.

“At 11.08pm on Monday (October 23) police officers attended an address in Prince Edward Grove, Leeds after the ambulance service reported that they were treating a woman for stab wounds at the location.

“The woman was taken to hospital for further treatment, but was sadly pronounced deceased a short time later. A 17-year-old male has been arrested and remains in custody in connection with the matter, which is being treated as an isolated incident at this time.

“Enquiries remain ongoing by the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team.”