Reports of potential gunfire on Cedar Place in Armley were received just before 2am this morning (July 7), prompting a large-scale emergency response that included armed officers.
When police arrived, they found a man with a leg injury that officers believe could be consistent with a gunshot wound.
Authorities have been meticulously examining streets, drains, and even bins for evidence as the investigation continues.
Below are 17 pictures from the scene:
1. Cedar Place, Armley
A large police presence could be seen at Cedar Place on Monday. | National World
2. Cedar Place, Armley
A police cordon and several vehicles blocked Colton Road and Cedar Place while forensics and detectives combed the scene for evidence. | National World
3. Cedar Place, Armley
Residents on a neighbouring streets said they had heard a "loud bang" while watching YouTube in the early hours of Monday. | National World
4. Cedar Place, Armley
The scene closed off Cedar Place from four directions, with residents telling the YEP that they had been unable to leave the street with their vehicles. | National World
5. Cedar Place, Armley
Police said that gunshots had been heard at around 2am this morning, sparking a huge emergency response. | National World
6. Cedar Place, Armley
Police said a man was taken to hospital with a leg injury which they said “appeared to be consistent with the discharge of a firearm”. | National World