
A Leicester University has issued a statement after a "very serious incident" unfolded on their campus on Tuesday evening. Police cordoned off a large area in Leicester's Oxford Street on the evening of February 3. The force is yet to share the nature of the incident, but confirmed the presence in the area of officers.
A spokesperson for De Montfort University issued a statement yesterday evening. They said: "We are aware of a very serious incident on our campus this evening. We are working with Leicestershire Police as they launch an immediate investigation. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by what has happened. We are offering direct support to students and staff who witnessed the incident."