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13

Oct 2023

Last Updated: 13/10/2023
Crime
Crime

Police enquiries continue into Pateley Bridge petrol station attempted arson

by Calvin Robinson Chief Reporter

| 13 Oct, 2023
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CCTV images released by North Yorkshire Police following an attempted arson in Pateley Bridge.

Police enquiries are ongoing into an attempted arson at a petrol station in Pateley Bridge.

The incident happened between 1.45am and 2.45am on Sunday, May 14, at the Dales Market Corner petrol station in the town.

Officers at North Yorkshire Police said two men walked onto the forecourt, placed a backpack in the area and set it alight. The backpack then self-extinguished.

The force has confirmed that enquiries into the incident remain ongoing.

It comes as two men were arrested in connection with the attempted arson following the incident.



A 36-year-old man was arrested on May 14 on suspicion of arson and criminal damage. He was interviewed and later released on conditional bail.

A second man, 45, was arrested on June 5 in connection with the incident. He was bailed while enquiries continue.

Meanwhile, police have reiterated an appeal to the public to get in touch if they have any information or can identify the man in CCTV images issued by the force.

A police statement added:

“Anyone with any information that could assist the investigation is asked to email Jill.Cowling@northyorkshire.police.uk or you can call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Jill Cowling.
“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
“Please quote reference number 12230086186 when passing on information.”