Leeds United forced to CLOSE all offices and evacuate Elland Road under police advice after security threat
LEEDS have been forced to close their ticket office and club shop.
A statement read: “Leeds United’s offices, ticket office, Foundation offices and club shop at Elland Road will be closed until further notice on the advice of the police.
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“We apologise for any inconvenience and we will inform the public when normal service resumes.”
Police were spotted outside the ground dealing with the ongoing situation.
They arrived on scene and informed the club of a security threat made against them on Thursday evening.
Police are now investigating the threat, which was made on social media according to The Athletic.
Police are making checks at Elland Road and the surrounding area has reportedly been evacuated.
West Yorkshire Police said via a statement: “Police were called to attend Elland Road football stadium following reports of a security threat to the premises.
“Investigations are currently ongoing to establish the credibility of that threat.
“The report was received at 9:49pm last night (March 23).”
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