Murder investigation launched after two teenagers stabbed in Leeds

A murder investigation has been launched after two teenagers were stabbed in Leeds.

The teenagers are believed to have been in a taxi when they were attacked. An 18-year-old male was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later.

Another male, aged 16, was taken to hospital with serious injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening.

Detectives from the homicide and major inquiry team were investigating, and police cordons were in place on Hall Road and Brentwood Terrace. The surrounding area would undergo forensic examination and specialist searches.

DCI Lee Townley, of the homicide and major inquiry team, said: Our thoughts remain with the victim who has lost his life as a result of a violent attack on the streets of Leeds.

“We are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident. What we do know is that the two males were in a taxi at the time when they were attacked by three suspects in another vehicle.”

He appealed for anyone who may have dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone footage of anything suspicious to come forward.

“This incident will undoubtedly cause concern in the community and we are working with our colleagues in the neighbourhood policing team to step up patrols and provide extra reassurance.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101. Information can also be given anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.