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10
Mar
Two arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Ripon
An attempted murder investigation has been launched in Ripon, police have said.
North Yorkshire Police today said a teenage boy was reported to have been run over by a blue VW Polo when it mounted a kerb on King Edward Road at around 8.05pm last night (Sunday, March 9).
The force added the teenager was assaulted and possibly struck with a weapon while he was on the ground with a “severe leg injury”.
Today’s statement also said:
While the victim was taken to hospital by ambulance for emergency treatment to a broken ankle, extensive police enquiries began in the Ripon area which resulted in the arrest of two attempted murder suspects, a 21-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy.
They remain in custody for questioning while enquiries continue.
The VW Polo and another vehicle linked to the suspects have been recovered for forensic examination.
Detectives are urgently appealing for witnesses, doorbell and dashcam footage to assist their investigation. They have asked witnesses to come forward as a matter of urgency as they work to establish the full circumstances of the incident.
They are also appealing for nearby residents with doorbell cameras and motorists with dashcams, who were in the King Edward Road area of Ripon on Sunday at around 8pm, to check for relevant footage.
Police added:
If you can help in any way, please call North Yorkshire Police immediately on 101 and speak to the Force Control Room.
If you would prefer to remain anonymous, please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or make an online report.
Please quote reference number 12250042702 when providing details.
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