Police are appealing for information following an incident where a 16-year-old girl was seriously injured in an assault in Moortown.
At 8.26pm on Monday police received a report of the victim having been struck across the face with a machete or similar weapon.
She was taken to Leeds General Infirmary for treatment and remains in a stable condition.
A 20-year-old man and a 15-year-old girl were arrested in connection with the incident and were subsequently released on police bail pending further enquiries.
Detective Inspector Sean Duggan, of Leeds District CID, said: “This was clearly a very serious assault on a teenage girl who has received significant injuries. We have arrested two people in connection with the incident and enquiries are ongoing to trace further suspects.
“This appears to have been a targeted attack that may have resulted from an earlier fight involving the victim and another girl.
“I would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information that could assist the investigation.
“Officers from the local neighbourhood policing team have increased patrols in the area to reassure the local community.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Leeds District CID via 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
