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Sept 2020

Last Updated: 10/09/2020
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Police appeal for help after man assaulted in Harrogate

by John Plummer

| 10 Sept, 2020
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A man was assaulted in broad daylight on Cold Bath Road. Police are appealing for witnesses, including two people who helped the victim, to come forward.

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Police are appealing for witnesses after a 58-year-old man was assaulted by another man in broad daylight on Cold Bath Road in Harrogate.

The man sustained head injuries and cuts to his face during the incident, which happened between 3.15pm and 3.30pm on Sunday.

The attack happened near the Sainsbury's Local store and afterwards the offender headed towards Valley Gardens.

A police statement issued today said:

"We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and are particularly appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the assault, including a man and woman who assisted the victim following the attack.
"The offender is believed to be approximately 18-20 years old , 5ft 8in tall, white with a pale complexion, of slim build and wearing a grey hoodie with the hood up and jeans."


Anyone with information can contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for 1751. You can also email stephanie.maslen@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk.

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

Quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12200156170.



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