'Whole community is stunned' says local MP
Local MP Stuart Andrew posted on social media: "The terrible news in Horsforth today is deeply shocking and distressing, and my heartfelt sympathy goes to the family of the victim.
"I cannot imagine how they will be feeling and my thoughts and prayers are with them at this dreadful time. I am also thinking about the pupils, teachers and staff at Horsforth school, who I know will be devastated.
Man in 30s dies after being stabbed in park sparking police probe"The whole community will be stunned by this as the school is such a proud part of the town, which is a peaceful and welcoming place. I have been keeping in contact with the police and respect the need for them to carry out their investigations. I am sure we will all also want to give the family the space and peace they will need in the coming days and weeks."