Man Arrested Over Leeds Street Robbery Series

*Wednesday, July 10, 2024*

Detectives have arrested a man in connection with a series of violent street robberies in Leeds.

The 19-year-old man was arrested yesterday in connection with six recent street robberies in the city centre, including an incident in Merrion Street on June 30, which was the subject of a public appeal yesterday.

He remains in custody and officers from Leeds District Crime Team are continuing to progress the investigation.

We would like to thank everyone who shared our appeal for information. 

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