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25
Feb 2024
Two assaults in Knaresborough last night
North Yorkshire Police today reported two separate assaults in Knaresborough last night (Saturday, February 24).
Officers said the first assault happened outside a pub, between 9.30 and 10pm, when a woman was “hit in the face” by a male.
Police are now trying to identify the male and are appealing for witnesses. The force said:
If you witnessed this incident or recognise the description of the male, you can contact North Yorkshire Police on 101.
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Officers said the other assault occurred following anti-social behaviour from a group of youths in the town centre.
In a statement, police said they knew who the youths were, but are appealing for witnesses or footage of the incident. It added:
Police said one person was arrested following the assault and the others, who were taken home by officers, will be “spoken to about their behaviour”.
You can contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 to pass on information or footage.
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