Burglar arrested in rooftop drama by Police using Fire Service Aerial platform in Wibsey, Bradford.

Shortly after midday today Police were called to Holroyd Hill in Wibsey, Bradford after reports of a burglary. As a means of escape the male suspect forced his way out onto the roof by removing tiles and then leaping across to a neighbouring row of terraced houses.  Police officers, PCSO's and the Police Air Support Unit were sent to the scene.

Male walking on the roof of the terraced cottages

Abuse was shouted towards police and passers by the man from the rooftop. Officers had to standby and a Police dog Unit was requested. Police closed the main route through Wibsey to all traffic and buses were diverted whilst the incident unfolded. 

Fire Service ALP arrives at the scene

As negotiations with the male took place the Fire Service was requested to attend to assist should a rescue be required.

Police Officers watch the man from the car park of the Salvation Army Church

It took 2 hours before the drama came to an end with the male being talked down by officers. The area around the block of terraced cottages was completely surrounded by officers.

Police talk to the male from the adjoining roof

The male could not climb from the roof and was brought safely to the ground using a Fire service Aerial Ladder Platform.

Police Officer ascends to arrest the man

The police officer used the Aerial Ladder Platform from Leeds to go up and rescue the male, who was arrested.The male was taken into custody by the Police and once the area had been secured the road was reopened.

Your under arrest son