Two further arrests over woman's murder in Leeds

Detectives investigating the murder of a woman in Leeds have made two further arrests. 

Two men, aged 32 and 70, from Leeds, were arrested yesterday afternoon, 15 May, on suspicion of murder in relation to the discovery of the body of a 26-year-old woman in woods near to Alwoodley Crags car park on Stairfoot Lane.  

A vehicle has also been recovered for forensic examination. 

A 26-year-old man, from Leeds, who was arrested earlier on suspicion of murder, remains in custody. 

A police spokesperson said ‘enquiries are progressing significantly’ but they are still keen to hear from anyone with information.

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