Angry members of the public chanted for a Leeds preacher to be arrested in Briggate this week after he was caught on camera asserting that "homosexuality is an abomination".
Police were seen escorting a man from the city centre on Tuesday afternoon as a surrounding crowd chanted for his arrest.
Various preachers were seen using a microphone to spout homophobic slurs and voice offensive and awful views on the LGBTQ+ community.
Local man Jordan Denny captured the moment on film, sharing a clip showing a man speaking down a microphone to passers-by:
"Does God accept the LGBT community? Listen, homosexuality is an abomination in the eyes of God.
"It says in the bible if a man lies with a man the way a man would lie with a woman it is an abomination."
He continues: "The bible says that lesbianism is [an] unnatural and vile passion. The bible says that homosexuals shall not inherit the kingdom of God, so God does not accept homosexuality."
Jordan was also with a friend at the time, who is transgender and was apparently abused by one of the preachers multiple times as he repeatedly "called her a man".
At first, it was only a handful of people challenging the preacher - but they soon grew into a huge crowd.
"Once we started chanting more came around and we had about 70 people supporting us against discrimination," said Jordan.
"He was Anti LGBTQ+, racist and said that this was freedom of speech. However this is a hate crime. We quickly called the police and made sure they got taken down and arrested!
"I’m so happy that as a city we became closer and came together to stop this awful speech! He was making us all feel very little and overpowered us with his speaker."
Police have confirmed they still have the man in custody following his arrest yesterday afternoon.
A spokesman for the force said: "Police in Leeds received several reports of an ongoing hate incident on Briggate in Leeds during Tuesday afternoon.
"Officers attended and located and arrested a male on suspicion of public order offences. He remains in custody and enquiries are ongoing.
"All reports of hate offending are taken very seriously by West Yorkshire Police and are fully investigated."
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Jacob Elordi says the sexiest thing about Yorkshire is ‘rocks and sheep’
As women around the world swoon over Jacob Elordi, he's too busy loving rocks and sheep.
In case you haven't been on social media over the past week and managed to avoid the influx of paparazzi images, the hotly anticipated 'Wuthering Heights' adaptation is out soon and with that comes heaps of red carpets, screenings and glamorous premieres.
Famously set against the brooding hills of Yorkshire, Wuthering Heights by our very own Emily Brontë follows the tumultuous love story of Heathcliff and Cathy.
Played in the upcoming film by Australian heartthrobs Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie.
During the recent London premiere where Elordi was seen wearing a rather dashing green three piece, the stars were asked what they thought the 'sexiest' thing about Yorkshire is by HitsRadioUK.
A valid question to which Jacob replies "rocks and sheep". I mean, he's got a fair point.
Margot Robbie went into a little more detail, she said "Sunrise and sunset in Yorkshire is a pretty dramatic experience. The sky is literally like red and orange. I honestly couldn't believe it when I was out there. The landscape is stunning."
Why thank you Margot, we absolutely agree. She continues to shower us with compliments stating that the "People are lovely. Pubs are great. I love it"
It seems like Margot has got Yorkshire pretty bang on there, and if she ever needs any pub recommendations then we'll absolutely help her out.
Jacob on the other hand, we know rocks and sheep are sexy but...have you ever met us?
Hopefully he fell in love with our county enough to come back, as we wouldn't mind bumping into him on a hike up the Yorkshire moors.
Popular Leeds gaming bar announces immediate shock closure after going into liquidation
Clementine Hall
Point Blank in Leeds city centre have suddenly closed after going into liquidation.
The popular gaming bar hasn't been open all that long, and was marketed as the country's first simulated shooting range bar.
Despite being a popular attraction since opening last year, the bar has closed immediately, unable to honour any future bookings.
Point Blank confirmed late this Tuesday 3 February that it had sadly entered liquidation, describing the move as “completely unforeseen and beyond our control.”
Images: The Hoot Leeds
Up until just a few days ago, the Point Blank branch in Leeds had been promoting events including happy hours, shooting experiences, and even a Superbowl event scheduled for next Sunday 8 February.
A statement on their website reads: "It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Point Blank Shooting has entered liquidation.
"This situation was completely unforeseen and beyond our control. Due to our Manchester landlord entering administration, our lease was lost as part of that process. This had a serious knock-on effect across the wider business, leaving us with no other option.
"After seven incredible years of trading, this is a devastating moment for everyone involved at Point Blank.
"If you currently have a booking with us, we are working closely with the relevant parties to gain clarity and provide answers. We kindly ask for your patience while this process is ongoing.
"Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the years — hopefully this is a see you later, not a goodbye."
Georgina Pellant -
9th June 2021 
