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Scottish Sun
30-04-2025
- Scottish Sun
Horror as two bodies found at flat in search for missing woman – with cops launching probe into mysterious deaths
GRIM DISCOVERY Horror as two bodies found at flat in search for missing woman – with cops launching probe into mysterious deaths Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TWO BODIES have been discovered at a flat after police were searching for a missing woman. An appeal, which had been launched for the missing women, led cops to an address in Leeds where they tragically found the bodies of a man and a woman yesterday evening. 2 Police have launched a probe after the bodies of a man and woman were discovered at a home in Leeds Credit: © YappApp Police have now launched a probe into the mysterious deaths, as detectives were seen combing the property in Dawlish Road this morning. A patrol car and forensic van are currently parked up in the street at the end of a row of terraced homes. A blue forensic tent has been erected at the front of a block of flats while officers piece together "the circumstances of what has occurred". Officers were originally tasked with a missing person report before the two bodies were found at the property. Enquiries "remain ongoing today by detectives", police have said. In a short statement, West Yorkshire Police said: "Police attended at a flat on Dawlish Road, Leeds during the evening of Tuesday, May 29, after receiving a missing person's report for a woman. "Officers entered the address and found the bodies of a man and woman inside. Enquiries remain ongoing today by detectives to determine the circumstances of what has occurred." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
The Irish Sun
30-04-2025
- The Irish Sun
Horror as two bodies found at flat in search for missing woman – with cops launching probe into mysterious deaths
TWO BODIES have been discovered at a flat after police were searching for a missing woman. An appeal, which had been launched for the missing women, led cops to an address in Leeds where they tragically found the bodies of a man and a woman yesterday evening. 2 Police have launched a probe after the bodies of a man and woman were discovered at a home in Leeds Credit: © YappApp Police have now launched a probe into the mysterious deaths, as detectives were seen combing the property in Dawlish Road this morning. A patrol car and forensic van are currently parked up in the street at the end of a row of terraced homes. A blue forensic tent has been erected at the front of a block of flats while officers piece together "the circumstances of what has occurred". Officers were originally tasked with a missing person report before the two bodies were found at the property. Read More on UK News Enquiries "remain ongoing today by detectives", police have said. In a short statement, West Yorkshire Police said: "Police attended at a flat on Dawlish Road, Leeds during the evening of Tuesday, May 29, after receiving a missing person's report for a woman. "Officers entered the address and found the bodies of a man and woman inside. Enquiries remain ongoing today by detectives to determine the circumstances of what has occurred." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Most read in The Sun is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at 2 A cordon in place around the property Credit: MEN Media
Scottish Sun
29-04-2025
- Scottish Sun
Crossbow attacker who left 2 women, 19 & 31, injured after stalking street with weapon dies from self-inflicted wounds
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A CROSSBOW attacker who left two women injured after stalking a street has died from self-inflicted injuries. Owen Lawrence, 38, was arrested following the incident in Headingley, Leeds, on Saturday and taken to hospital in a critical condition. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 A man can be seen prowling a street in Leeds with several weapons Credit: YappApp 4 The scene in Headingley on Saturday Credit: © YappApp 4 Various weapons, including a crossbow have been seized by police Credit: © YappApp The two women, aged 19 and 31, were also treated for injuries. Counter Terrorism Policing North East are continuing to conduct an investigation. West Yorkshire Police declared a major incident after the attack. Chilling footage shows the suspect appearing to wield an armoury of weapons as he strides down Otley Road shortly before 3pm. Dressed in dark clothing, he is seen darting around to expose a large object strapped to his back. Photos show what appear to be discarded weapons on the ground which were then seized by police. Head of Counter Terrorism Policing North East, Detective Chief Superintendent James Dunkerley said: 'Officers will continue to conduct enquiries and we ask that if anyone has information that may assist, to pass this to police. 'We understand there are concerns around the incident, and questions about how and why this has happened. Our teams are committed to carrying out an in-depth investigation to provide answers to those affected. 'We continue to work closely with West Yorkshire Police to support the local community and thank residents for their support and understanding over the weekend. 'Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by this incident.' Horror as 'gun pointed at crowd' & crossbow seized near UK city centre with 30 armed cops scrambled – as 7 arrested Leeds District Commander, Chief Superintendent Steve Dodds said: 'We fully appreciate the understandable shock and concern that this incident has caused in the Headingley community, and we are continuing to work closely alongside our partner agencies to support and reassure those living, working or studying in, or visiting the area. 'We have put a comprehensive visibility and engagement plan in place in the area to provide an increased police and partnership presence that will remain over the coming days, both on the streets and around key events in the community. 'We are absolutely committed to making sure that people feel safe to go about their daily lives in the area following this incident. 'As ever, we would advise people to report any suspicious or unusual behaviour to us immediately through 101 or 999 in an emergency, or to officers on the ground, or venue or event staff.' Do you know more? Email Otley Road is famed for the Otley Run - one of the most famous bar crawls in the UK - and the popular Leeds pub crawl would have been packed with punters enjoying drinks on Saturday afternoon. Local Bethany Connelly said that a man with a crossbow was seen in the area. She said: "I was at work at a nearby restaurant and some girls were sitting outside. "They asked if they could come in and finish what they were having because they'd seen someone with a crossbow. "This was all before the incident, and a few minutes later, we saw ambulances and police rushing down the roads. "The roads were getting blocked off, and we'd been told by police to keep everyone indoors and away from the area." Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said on Saturday her thoughts were with the victims of the incident in Leeds, adding she was being updated on the situation. In a statement, she said: "I am being kept updated on the serious violent incident in Leeds this afternoon. "Thank you to the police and emergency services for their swift response. "My thoughts are with the victims and all those affected by this attack."
Scottish Sun
28-04-2025
- Scottish Sun
Moment ‘crossbow attacker seen wielding weapons' as women, 19 & 31 injured
Police have confirmed that a 38-year-old was arrested and taken to hospital with a self-inflicted injury THIS is the chilling moment a man appearing to wield an armoury of weapons can be seen striding down the street before two women, 19 & 31, were injured in broad daylight. Armed officers raced to Otley Road in Headingley, Leeds, shortly before 3pm on Saturday, after reports of a man carrying weapons. Advertisement 6 A man can be seen prowling a street in Leeds with several weapons Credit: YappApp 6 He prowls in broad daylight Credit: YappApp 6 Various weapons, including a crossbow have been seized by police Credit: © YappApp Witnesses described seeing "a man with a crossbow" while cops arrived to find three people injured. All three were rushed to hospital - and the man, who has since been confirmed as the "key suspect," remains in a critical condition. Chilling footage from the area shows a figure dressed in dark clothing appearing to carry several weapons on his front and back. The man can be seen striding at pace, before quickly darting around to expose a large object strapped around his back. Advertisement read more in crime PET PEEVE How YOUR dog is targeted by thieves & why you'll 'NEVER' get them back Counter Terrorism Policing North East have since taken over the investigation to "explore any potential motivation". In an update on Sunday, the force said: "West Yorkshire Police were called to Otley Road, Leeds at 14:47 to reports of an ongoing serious incident involving a man seen with weapons. "Officers attended and located three people who had suffered injuries, two of which were women, aged 19 and 31. They were taken to hospital for treatment. "The third, a 38-year-old man was arrested and taken to hospital due to a self-inflicted injury. We can confirm this man is the key suspect, and he remains in hospital in a critical condition." Advertisement Cops added that one of the victims was left needing surgery after suffering life-threatening injuries whilst the other has been discharged. It comes after West Yorkshire Police declared a major incident after the attack on Saturday afternoon. Horror as 'gun pointed at crowd' & crossbow seized near UK city centre with 30 armed cops scrambled – as 7 arrested Otley Road is famed for the Otley Run - one of the most famous bar crawls in the UK - and the popular Leeds pub crawl would have been packed with punters enjoying drinks on Saturday afternoon. Local Bethany Connelly said that a man with a crossbow was seen in the area. Advertisement She said: "I was at work at a nearby restaurant and some girls were sitting outside. "They asked if they could come in and finish what they were having because they'd seen someone with a crossbow. "This was all before the incident, and a few minutes later, we saw ambulances and police rushing down the roads. "The roads were getting blocked off, and we'd been told by police to keep everyone indoors and away from the area." Advertisement More than 15 pubs are on the route and it is attempted by groups of students and residents, as well as stag and hen dos, often in fancy dress. A spokesperson for Woodies Pub, near to where the attack took place, said: "The road has been closed off from the crossroads to St Chad's Drive. "The road is also off limits for pedestrians, and they are having to walk through Becketts Park." Another venue on the Otley Run, Taylor's Sports Bar and Grill, posted on Facebook on Saturday evening to say it would be closed until further notice "due to unforeseen circumstances". Advertisement Headingley and Hyde Park Ward Councillor Tim Goodall told the PA news agency on Sunday: "Residents are shocked, I'm obviously really feeling for anyone that was directly affected by it. "When I was there yesterday evening it was quite a subdued atmosphere but people just wanted to stop and chat a bit today. "Obviously it's a shocking thing and people are just taking their time to talk and just chat with neighbours and local residents, reassure each other. "You get the sense that people are stopping for chats in the street more than they normally would". Advertisement A statement from Counter Terrorism Policing North East on Saturday, read: "Officers attended and located three people who had suffered injuries, two of which were women and were taken to hospital for treatment. "Two weapons have been recovered from the scene, which were a crossbow and a firearm." The statement continued: "Due to the circumstances surrounding the incident, Counter Terrorism Policing North East have taken responsibility for leading the investigation with the support of West Yorkshire Police. "Extensive enquiries continue to establish the full circumstances and explore any potential motivation." Advertisement A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: "Police were called to Otley Road, Leeds at 2.47pm today to reports of an ongoing serious incident involving a man seen with weapons. "Officers attended and located three people who had suffered injuries which are at this time not being treated as life-threatening. "A male suspect was located and detained. "Inquiries are in their initial stages to determine the wider circumstances of what has taken place and further updates will follow. Advertisement "A number of police scenes remain in place and ensuring public safety remains our priority." Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said her thoughts were with the victims of the incident in Leeds, adding she was being updated on the situation. In a statement, she said: "I am being kept updated on the serious violent incident in Leeds this afternoon. "Thank you to the police and emergency services for their swift response. Advertisement "My thoughts are with the victims and all those affected by this attack." 6 Three people have been found with injuries Credit: © YappApp 6 Officers raced to the scene in Headingley, Leeds, shortly before 3pm today Credit: © YappApp 6 The Otley Run is one of the most famous bar crawls in the UK Credit: google
Scottish Sun
27-04-2025
- Scottish Sun
Crossbow maniac who shot two young women in random attack was fuelled by ‘misogynistic rage'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A CROSSBOW maniac shot two young women in a random attack said to have been fuelled by 'misogynistic rage'. The man, who then blasted himself in the head with a gun in an apparent suicide bid, is believed to have been targeting female students. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 A crossbow attacker shot two young women in a random attack fuelled by 'misogynistic rage', it was said Credit: © YappApp 4 The man is thought to have been targeting female students, pictured the weapons used in the attack Credit: © YappApp He was arrested on suspicion of two attempted murders after Saturday's 3pm attack and was 'critical' in hospital last night. His victims were aged 19 and 31. One was 'stable' after surgery to life-threatening injuries. The other was discharged from hospital. READ MORE ON CRIME MUM'S TORMENT I was falsely accused of unspeakable crime against my girl, 6… it ruined me A video emerged yesterday of the suspect walking to the area of a pub crawl known as the Otley Run in Headingley, Leeds. He was dressed in black and armed with weapons including the crossbow, a break-barrel air rifle and CO2 and ball-bearing guns. Restaurant worker Bethany Connelly said girls eating outside asked if they could finish their meals inside 'because they'd seen someone with a crossbow'. She added: 'Minutes later we saw ambulance and police rushing down.' Another local, April Place, suggested his outfit and weapons might have been mistaken for fancy dress. She said: 'They all dress up with axes and things. No one would have taken any notice.' Horror as 'gun pointed at crowd' & crossbow seized near UK city centre with 30 armed cops scrambled – as 7 arrested Police, who searched the suspect's flat near the scene, were analysing a Facebook message outlining plans for 'The Otley Run massacre'. It describes the 'attack type' as 'spree killing, mass murder, terrorism' which has been motivated by 'revenge' and 'misogynistic rage'. It tells how the sender had 'explored far-Right ideas'. The post was removed by last night. An earlier post by the same person outlined their hatred for feminists. Counter Terrorism Policing North East took over the West Yorkshire Police probe to 'explore any potential motivation'. Neighbours of the suspect, meanwhile, said he had mental health issues. 4 A chilling video emerged yesterday of the suspect walking down a pub crawl-renowned in Headingley, Leeds Credit: Yap App
