Police Officer Seriously Assaulted in Leeds – Suspect Remanded in Custody

As violence against emergency workers rises, a Leeds police officer suffers serious injuries in a brutal attack – and the numbers reveal a troubling trend

Police Officer Seriously Assaulted in Leeds – Suspect Remanded in Custody

A police officer in Leeds has suffered serious facial injuries following a violent attack, with a suspect now facing charges of grievous bodily harm with intent.

The incident occurred on Friday, 31 January, at an address in Beeston. Officers responded to the scene, where one officer sustained significant injuries during the course of their duty.

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Luke Lockwood, 20, of Rington Road, Beeston, was subsequently arrested and charged in connection with the assault. He appeared before Leeds Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 3 February, where he was remanded in custody pending his next hearing at Leeds Crown Court.

The attack on the officer underscores the dangers that frontline police face daily while carrying out their duties.

A Growing Crisis: The Rising Number of Assaults on Emergency Workers

A detailed breakdown of violent offences against emergency service workers in West Yorkshire is available exclusively for our paying subscribers. The following data highlights the scale of the issue across police, fire, and ambulance services.