Leeds road ‘closed due to police incident’ as buses diverted

There is an ‘ongoing incident’ in Leeds ⚠️

A road in Leeds has reportedly been closed due to a “police incident” this evening.

Commuters have been warned that there is disruption around Foundry Approach in Harehills on Friday (October 9). It has resulted in bus services in the area being diverted.

The AA’s online traffic map first reported issues around 4.18pm and described the road as being “closed”.

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Foundry Approach in Harehills, Leeds | Google Maps

Metro Travel News posted on social media: “#Leeds #FirstBus Due to ongoing incident at Foundry Approach services 4, 4F and 16 will divert via Foundry Approach Roundabout, Foundry Avenue, Foundry Drive, Strathmore Drive, Harehills Lane, Compton Road.”

The AA’s online traffic map added: “Road closed and traffic congestion due to police incident on Foundry Approach Both ways from Harehills Park Avenue to Seaforth Road. Diversion in operation - Bus services 4, 4F and 16 are affected.”

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