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    Mar 2024

    Last Updated: 13/03/2024
    Crime
    Crime

    Bid to trace shopper knocked over by Harrogate M&S thief

    by Lauren Ryan

    | 13 Mar, 2024
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    North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses after a shopper was knocked over by a thief at a Harrogate Marks and Spencer.



    The shop theft occurred at M&S Oatlands, on Beech Avenue Business Park, at approximately 12.20pm on Friday February 23.



    Whilst making their escape, a suspect knocked an innocent member of the public to the ground as he ran out of the door. Staff helped the customer who then carried on doing his shopping.





    North Yorkshire Police said:

    "We would like to speak with the man who was knocked to the ground and other members of the public who kindly assisted him."


    Anyone with information is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 4, and speak to the Force Control Room quoting reference 12240033392.

    To remain anonymous anyone can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.








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