Two men were deliberately struck by a car in Leeds, police have confirmed.
Deliberate Hit-and-Run on Swinegate
At 5.57am today, West Yorkshire Police rushed to Swinegate near Leeds Bridge, initially thinking it was a routine crash. But they soon discovered a black Vauxhall Insignia estate was driven straight at two men, ages 40 and 56, following a heated argument nearby.
Victims Hospitalised but Stable
The men were taken to hospital with injuries described as serious but thankfully not life-threatening. Police closed the road for vehicle recovery and investigation but it has since reopened.
Police Urge Witnesses to Speak Up
Leeds District CID detectives are now probing the shocking attack.
“Anyone who witnessed the incident, especially with dashcam or mobile footage, should contact Leeds District CID via 101 quoting crime reference 13260045813 or online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat,” police urged.
The shocking early morning attack has left the Leeds community shaken as officers race to catch those responsible.
