Emergency services rush to scene as person in the water at Leeds dock

A large number of emergency vehicles have been spotted at Leeds dock after a person fell into the River Aire.

West Yorkshire Police was spotted on the scene near to Crown Point Bridge alongside West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and Yorkshire Ambulance Service. The ambulance service were called at 5.23pm and say the investigation is ongoing. Read More: Live Leeds dock updates as emergency services rush to scene

West Yorkshire Police said: "Emergency services are currently in attendance at the River Aire, near to Crown Point Bridge following a call reporting a person had entered the water.At least one fire engine could also be scene at the location alongside a number of support vehicles. They remain on the scene now as the situation develops.Yorkshire Ambulance Service said: "Reports of a person falling into the river at Leeds Dock were received by Yorkshire Ambulance Service at 5.

"A number of ambulance resources, including the Hazardous Area Response Team, are currently on scene."

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