Sports News | Leeds' Elland Road Stadium Evacuated, Man Arrested
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Leeds, Mar 25 (AP) The stadium of English Premier League club Leeds was evacuated because of a security threat that led to the arrest of a man on Friday.
Elland Road, its offices and the club shop were closed as police carried out checks after Leeds received a threat via social media.
West Yorkshire Police said a 42-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident. The force said earlier that officers attended Elland Road “following reports of a security threat to the premises."
The Premier League is on hold this week because of international matches.
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Leeds' next game is at Arsenal on April 1. (AP) AM
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