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    13

    Mar 2023

    Last Updated: 13/03/2023
    Crime
    Crime

    Boy, 15, robbed by men in balaclavas on the Stray in Harrogate

    by John Plummer

    | 13 Mar, 2023
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    A 15-year-old boy was left shaken after being robbed by two men wearing balaclavas on the Stray in Harrogate.

    Two men stole the boy's beige tote bag containing spare clothes, a black North Face puffer jacket and wireless headphones.

    North Yorkshire Police today issued an appeal for witnesses to the incident, which happened on Milton Way between 6.30pm and 8.30pm on Saturday.

    It said in a statement:

    "The boy did not suffer any injuries but was left very shaken by the incident.
    "Witnesses or anyone who recalls suspicious behaviour in the area on Saturday evening are urged to come forward."


    The suspects are described as about 6ft tall, muscular builds, dark clothing including black puffer jackets with furry hoods. Both were wearing balaclavas.

    Milton Way on the Stray

    Milton Way on the Stray leads to Leeds Road.



    They ran off towards the Tewit Well area of Leeds Road.

    Anyone that assist the investigation can email elizabeth.parry@northyorkshire.police.uk or call 101, select option 2, and ask for Elizabeth Parry.

    If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

    Quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12230044608.