Investigation underway following a stabbing in Hyde Park

An investigation is underway following a stabbing in Hyde Park yesterday afternoon.

Police were called to Victoria Road in Leeds following reports of a stabbing just after 2pm on Tuesday 11th March.

A man in his thirties was taken to hospital in an ambulance, having sustained injuries to his back, Rayo reports. The wounds are not believed to be life-threatening.

Robin, who lives on Victoria Road and is studying for a master’s in maths at the University of Leeds, told The Leeds Tab he saw an entrance “taped over”.

“An ambulance, along with a police van, were parked right outside,” he added.

Asked about whether he has concerns surrounding his safety following the incident, Robin said: “I still feel safe because these things happen regardless of where you are, but it’s definitely made me more conscious about locking my doors.”

A police spokesperson said: “At 2:18pm yesterday afternoon, police were contacted by the ambulance service who had been called to reports of a stabbing on Victoria Road, Hyde Park, Leeds.

“Officers attended and a man in his thirties was taken to hospital by ambulance.

“He received stab wounds to the back which are not believed to be life-threatening.

“A scene was put in place to undergo forensic examination, which has now been closed. Detectives from Leeds District CID are carrying out enquiries.”

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