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31

Jul 2023

Last Updated: 31/07/2023
Crime
Crime

Police appeal after sexual assault in Harrogate

by Calvin Robinson Chief Reporter

| 31 Jul, 2023
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Station Parade in Harrogate.

Police have appealed for witnesses after a sexual assault in Harrogate.

Officers said the incident happened at a pizza takeaway on lower Station Parade in Harrogate at 2.30am on Saturday, July 29.

A women was approached by a man who offered money for sex, tried to kiss her and then sexually assaulted her.

Police arrested a man in his 40s in relation to the allegation of sexual assault and he has been released on bail pending further enquiries.

In a statement, North Yorkshire Police said:

“We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
“Officers would particularly like to speak with two men who were not involved but were in the pizza shop at the time the assault took place.
“Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should email Michael.crawshaw@northyorkshire.police.uk
“You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Michael Crawshaw.
“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
"Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12230141013.”





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