A Police investigation is underway following the discovery of the body of a woman, in the canal off Globe Road, Holbeck, at 4.45pm today (5 October 2017).
A scene was established and remains in place while enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances. A forensic post mortem is due to take place tomorrow (Friday 6 October).
Detective Chief Inspector Jaz Khan, of West Yorkshire Police, said: “Our enquiries are at an early stage and we would like to hear from anyone who has any information.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Leeds District CID via 101 quoting log number 1286 of 05/10.