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Jasmine Norden

David Oluwale bridge in Leeds finally completed in fitting tribute to man 'hounded to death' by police

A new bridge in Leeds has been completed in memory of David Oluwale, who died in the city after being racially harassed.

Over the weekend, the David Oluwale bridge was completed, and now connects Sovereign Street to Water Lane over the River Aire in Leeds city centre.

David was tragically found drowned in the River Aire on April 18, 1969, after last being seen being chased by two police officers.

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