representative for The Northeast Counterterrorism Directorate said, “Emergency services have been called to a potentially suspicious facility.” package outside Gledhow Wing of St James’ Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds.
“The cordon is set in place as a precaution for public safety and army specialists are in turnout for assessment in line with normal procedures.
“People are asked avoid entrance to the Gledhov wing at this time, while the cordon remains in place.
“As safety precaution, some people were evacuated from the surrounding area. A 27-year-an old man from Leeds arrested in connection with cause.
“Because of nature of incident, CTP Northeast deployed resources with access to the possibilities of a specialist help install full the circumstances of the incident.”
