West Yorkshire Police said officers were called to the Seacroft Green shopping centre in Leeds at about 8.45pm on December 30 following a report of suspicious behaviour involving men nearby
Three men have been apprehended by police on suspicion of sexually assaulting two teenage girls at a busy shopping centre in Leeds. West Yorkshire Police reported that they were summoned to the Seacroft Green shopping centre around 8.45pm last night (December 30) following reports of suspicious behaviour involving men in the vicinity.
Upon arrival, officers found two men and two teenage girls. Subsequent investigations led to the arrest of two men, aged 38 and 44, who are currently in custody under suspicion of sexual assault offences against the teenagers.
A third man, aged 20, was also arrested today on suspicion of sexual assault and is being held in police custody. West Yorkshire Police are urging anyone with information about the alleged incidents to come forward.
The force stated: “Enquiries remain ongoing by Leeds District Safeguarding officers to support the victims and determine the full circumstances of what occurred.
“Reassurance patrols by uniformed officers have also been ongoing in the area.”, reports the Express.
“Anyone who saw or has information about the incident is asked to contact the Leeds District Safeguarding Unit on 101 referencing police crime number 13250746106.
“Information can also be given online at https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat or anonymously to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.”
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