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Amber O'Connor

Police in Leeds investigating sex attack near rugby club as Middleton Leisure Centre taped off

A large cordon is in place in Middleton today following a report of a sexual offence near to Corinthians Rugby Club.

Access has been blocked to both Middleton Leisure Centre and the club while an investigation is carried out.

It is reported the incident occurred between 8pm and 9pm on Wednesday.

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A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: "Police are investigating a report of a sexual offence near to the Corinthians Rugby Club in Middleton, which is said to have occurred at around yesterday evening between 8pm and 9pm.

"A scene is currently in place whilst investigative work is carried out and initial enquiries remain ongoing."

In an announcement made this morning, Middleton Leisure Centre said the site will remain closed to the public until further notice.

A spokesperson for the centre said: "Due to unforseen circumstances -our site will be closed until further notice.

"We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

"Please feel free to use John Charles Centre for sport."

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