Dashcam appeal as man charged with Beeston rape

Police investigating a serious sexual assault in Leeds have issued an appeal for dashcam footage.

Detectives would also like to hear from anyone who was in the area around Dewsbury Road and Tunstall Road in Beeston between 6am and 7am on Sunday (22 October 2023).

The crime reference is 13230586993. Contact 101 or online at 101 Live Chat.

Daniel Hayelom, aged 34, of Clyde Approach in New Wortley, Leeds has been charged with rape in relation to this matter and was due to appear before Leeds magistrates today (26 October).

 

This post is based on a press release issued by West Yorkshire Police

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