Man arrested after report of theft and possible assault in Leeds

Enquiries into the incident are ongoing

A man has been arrested following a report of theft from a shop in Leeds.

Police received a report of theft from a shop on Station Road, Cross Gates, shortly after 9.50 today (Saturday August 8).

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An assault may have also taken place, West Yorkshire Police said.

A man has been arrested in connection with the incident and police have launched an investigation.

A spokesperson for the force said: “This appears to be a report of theft from shop with a possible connected assault.

“Man arrested for the theft and enquiries ongoing.”

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