Man arrested after PCSO attacked with 'bladed weapon' in Leeds
The officer was assaulted as he tried to stop a suspected shoplifter at Bramley Centre
Last updated 24th Sep 2025
A man has been arrested after a PSCO was attacked with a blade in Leeds earlier this week.
The officer needed hospital treatment after suffering hand injuries, after attempting to apprehend a suspected shoplifter outside Farmfoods on Waterloo Terrace, near to Bramley Shopping Centre.
This happened at around 5:25pm on Tuesday (September 23).
Chief Superintendent Steve Dodds of West Yorkshire Police, said: “Any incident in which a knife is used clearly has the potential to have very serious consequences."
"Fortunately, in this case the officer was not seriously injured and was discharged following hospital treatment.
“A man has been arrested and remains in custody and a full investigation into the incident is taking place.
"Anyone who saw the assault or has footage or information is asked to contact Leeds CID on 101 or online at https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat referencing police crime number 13250547344.
“Information can also be given anonymously to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.”