Here's why there was a large police presence in Kirkstall today

A large number of police officers were seen in Kirkstall on Monday afternoon.

There was a heavy presence at Kirkstall Bridge retail park and near the River Aire.

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Police confirmed they were in the area to search for a missing adult.

The report was made at 2.15pm and the person was safely located just before 4pm.

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