An attempted murder investigation has been launched following the attack
A stranger tried to kill a woman in a "traumatic" glass attack as she stood waiting for a bus in Leeds.
The attack happened at 9pm on Sunday . The victim, a woman in her 30s, was standing near a bus stop in Otley Road when she was approached and attacked by a man carrying a broken glass bottle. She suffered cuts to her head and neck. A 32-year-old man was detained by security staff nearby and is currently in custody, police say.
“I understand the concern that this incident will cause in the wider community, particularly for other women, and I would like to reassure you that we have a man in custody and a thorough investigation is being carried out. Information can be passed to Leeds District CID by using Live Chat online or by calling 101, quoting crime reference 13240147225. Information can also be provided anonymously by contacting independent charity Crimestoppers online or by calling 0800 555 111.
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