Video: Murder investigation launched in Leeds after death of teenager

Police have today launched a murder investigation after the death of a 17-year-old in the city.

Police were called to an address in Tempest Road, Beeston, shortly before 5am this morning following a call from the amublance service who were attending to a 17-year-old woman with serious injuries. 

The scene on Tempest Road, Beeston. PIC: Tony Johnsonplaceholder image
The scene on Tempest Road, Beeston. PIC: Tony Johnson

The victim was taken to hospital but was pronounced dead a short time later. 

An 18-year-old-man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is in custody. 

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The scene on Tempest Road, Beeston. PIC: Tony Johnson

Police enquiries are currently at an early stage and a scene is in place. Tempest Road is shut and diversions are in place.

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