Murder inquiry as man dies in tower block 'attack'

News imageMalik Walton/BBC Two people wearing white forensic outfits walk near a police van and a cordon. Parked cars are also next to them by a green metal and brick fence. Malik Walton/BBC
Investigators carrying out forensic work at the scene in Burmantofts on Thursday

A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man in Leeds.

West Yorkshire Police said a murder investigation had been launched after officers attended reports of suspicious activity outside Gargrave Court, in Burmantofts, at 08:14 GMT.

The force said a man was found seriously injured and lying on the floor following an alleged attack and was taken to hospital, but died a short while later.

A 51-year-old man was later arrested and taken into custody.

News imageMalik Walton/BBC A police van and a police car are parked at the scene on pavement next to a yellow double lines, with houses in the background.Malik Walton/BBC
Anyone with any information is asked to get in touch with police

Det Insp Jodie Hayes, who is investigating the incident, said anyone with any information is asked to get in touch.

She added that neighbourhood officers were patrolling the area to "provide reassurance for residents" and urged anyone to speak with them if they had any concerns.

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