Part of Leeds Bus Station has been closed as officers investigate a serious assault on a man this morning (Thursday, 13 July).
Police were called at 6.49 am to a report that a man had been stabbed.
The injured man, who is aged in his 40s, has been taken to hospital with a number of stab wounds. They are not believed to be life-threatening.
The York Street entrance to the bus station and a small part of the foyer has been closed. The bus station remains open, and no buses are affected.
Detective Sergeant Andy Greatorex, of Leeds District CID, said: “We understand that this incident will cause some concern for those who use the bus station and the wider community. Our investigation is in its early stages, but initial enquiries suggest that the victim and suspect are known to each other and that this was a targeted attack.
“I would urge anyone who was in the bus station around this time and witnessed any part of this incident, or anyone behaving suspiciously, to please contact Leeds District CID to assist us with our enquiries.”
Information can be provided by using 101 Live Chat online or by calling 101, quoting crime reference 13230389223.
Information can also be passed to independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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