23-year-old stabbed in Harehills

Police are investigating after a report of a stabbing in the Harehills area of Leeds yesterday.

Officers attended Chapeltown Road shortly after 5.45pm on Sunday and found a 23-year-old male with stab wounds.

He has been taken to Leeds General Infirmary for treatment for serious injuries.

A female received a head injury in the aftermath of the incident and a further female received treatment by paramedics at the scene.

Enquiries are ongoing.

Chief Superintendent Mabs Hussain said:

“This assault happened on the Leeds West Indian Carnival route so there were a lot of people in the area the time of the offence.

“We have spoken to a number of people, but would like to hear from anyone who has either witnessed the incident itself or anyone who has any information.

“This was an isolated incident and there is no threat posed to the wider public. The Carnival is continuing with minimal disruption and officers are on the scene to provide reassurance.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101. Information can also be passed anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111