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Man arrested over murder of Leeds man in group attack

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 30 Oct, 14:07 · Archive

A 26-year-old man has been arrested in London on suspicion of murdering Rahiem Jackson, 38, who was attacked in Leeds.

Rahiem Jackson, 38, was attacked outside Don Robins House, a supported living facility on Hedley Chase in New Wortley, at 10.23pm on Saturday, 24 October. West Yorkshire Police said a group of four people armed with weapons were involved in the attack. Jackson died in hospital shortly afterwards.

A 26-year-old man was arrested overnight in London by the Met Police on suspicion of murder and remains in custody. Detective Chief Inspector Dan Bates called the arrest 'a significant development' in the murder investigation. Police are continuing extensive inquiries and appealing for information about the attack.

Jackson's family paid tribute, saying he was 'loved and adored' with 'a beautiful heart and soul'. They described him as a brother, son, uncle, father, partner, nephew, cousin, grandson and friend, adding that 'a very cowardly, cruel and senseless act of vicious violence' had resulted in his death. Police are asking anyone who saw people arrive or leave the scene on Hedley Chase on Saturday night to come forward.

Man arrested over murder of Leeds man in group attack
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In this story: Rahiem Jackson · Leeds · New Wortley · London · West Yorkshire Police · Met Police

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