Police seeking a wanted man from Harrogate today re-issued a plea for help finding him.
North Yorkshire Police is still searching for Bailey George Samuel Townend, 21, who has been recalled to prison and is believed to be evading arrest locally.
He was released from prison on licence on November 1 last year after being handed a 51-week custodial sentence for burglary and theft.
The Probation Service reported that Townend failed to reside at approved accommodation in Leeds, thereby breaching his licence.
Today’s police statement said:
“Police enquiries are ongoing in the Harrogate and Leeds areas in the effort to return Townend to prison.
“Townend is described as white, 5ft 8in tall, slim build, with short brown hair and green eyes.
If you can help us track him down, please report information to North Yorkshire Police on 101, option 4, and speak to the force control room.
“For immediate sightings, dial 999 to ensure a rapid response.”
Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online. Quote reference number.
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Burglars in balaclavas break into Ripon motorbike shop
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information following a Ripon burglary on New Year’s Eve.
The force said in statement today that three men broke into Eurotek Sports Motorcyles, on Camp Hill Close, at around 7.30pm on New Year’s Eve.
It added:
“The men, all wearing dark clothing and balaclavas, arrived in a white Ford transit style van, with chevron markings on the rear.
“Officers are appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time, or has information that could assist with the investigation to email gareth.skelton@northyorkshire.police.uk or call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for PC Gareth Skelton.
“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
“Quote reference number 12230247331 when passing on information.”
The Stray Ferret contacted the police to ask what had been stolen, but the force said there was no “additional information to add at the moment”.
It also said the incident is under investigation and “officers are currently gathering CCTV footage”.
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‘Two in one’ burglars strike in Harrogate
Thieves broke into a house in Harrogate and stole car keys before making off with a Kia Picanto.
North Yorkshire Police said today it was investigating the ‘two-in-one’ burglary on Lindrick Way, in the Jennyfields area,
It happened last weekend between 11.15pm on Saturday and 3am on Sunday (December 9 and 10).
A silver Kia Picanto, registration RE17 KNG, was taken.
“Police are urging the public to get in touch if they saw anything that could help the investigation or have any CCTV doorbell footage.
“If you can help please contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for PC822 Cleary.
“You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
Quote reference number 12230233921.
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Two arrested after cars stolen from Harrogate property
Police have arrested two people after two cars were stolen during a burglary in Harrogate.
The incident happened on Lime Street between 10.30pm on November 28 and 7.15am on November 29.
The offenders entered the house before taking two Skodas from the address.
One was a white Fabia, registration YD14 NVT, and the other was a grey Octavia, registration FT10 0CY.
A man in his 20s and a teenage boy, both from the Harrogate area, have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Both have been released under investigation while police enquiries continue.
A North Yorkshire Police statement added:
“Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward if they have not already done so.
“In particular officers are appealing for information or CCTV around the area, showing any suspicious activity around this time, or anyone who has seen the vehicles since the burglary.
“Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should email phillip.brown@northyorkshire.police.uk
“You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for PC108 Brown.
“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12230226608.”
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‘Absolutely sickening’: 20 Christmas trees stolen in Knaresborough
A trader who runs a business group in Knaresborough has said she is “absolutely sickened” after about 20 Christmas trees were stolen.
Natalie Horner, co-founder of Knaresborough Business Collective, organises the annual distribution of Christmas trees to shops in Knaresborough. The trees make the town more festive and any left over are given to charity.
The trees had been delivered and were in the process of being sent out this week when burglars struck last night.
In a social media post this morning Ms Horner, whose own commercial printing business Sid Horner and Son was burgled six days earlier, said:
“I cannot believe I’m posting this six days after my shop was burgled. Last night two men came and robbed around 20 trees.
“We are going to do our best to get as many shops done as possible but it means we will be short now and will have to refund some businesses.
“The saddest part is any trees left over every year we donate to charities and people who can’t afford a tree.”
The post said the criminals had also broken festoon lights, adding:
“I’m absolutely sickened somebody would do this and it’s just a constant battle at the moment and we are done in.
“If anybody hears of trees for sale or sees them in somebody’s garden today please message us. Also please check CCTV If you are on the High Street as we believe they left via the bottom end of the High Street.”
It’s not the first time one of the collective, which organises initiatives that boost the town centre, has suffered criminal damage.
Several scarecrows that formed part of a half-term trail for children to enjoy last month were vandalised.
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Two men arrested after Boroughbridge burglary
Two men have been arrested following a burglary in Boroughbridge.
North Yorkshire Police said in a statement today a man in his 20s and a man is in his 30s had been arrested and “released on bail pending further enquiries”.
Officers appealed for witnesses and anyone with information to come forward.
The statement said:
“It happened on Willow Grove at approximately 8.30pm on October 20 when a property was broken into and a number of power tools were stolen.
“Officers are appealing for information about any people and/or vehicles seen in the location near to the time of the incident along with any private CCTV or doorbell footage of suspicious activity.”
Anyone with information can email ethan.fleming@northyorkshire.police.uk or call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Ethan Fleming.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Quote reference number 12230200171.
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Man arrested following Ripon burglary
A man has been arrested following a burglary in the Ripon area.
Matthew Segger, 35, from Darlington, was wanted in connection with an incident in August this year.
North Yorkshire Police had appealed for information about his whereabouts last week.
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Audi stolen from driveway in Ripon
A car has been stolen from the driveway of a property in Ripon.
North Yorkshire Police said the incident happened on Clotherholme Park, which is off Lark Lane, between midnight and 3.30 am this morning (October 10).
The rear door of the house was damaged and the suspect removed a set of keys.
A white Audi A5 five-door hatchback with the registration FX69 UCG was then stolen from the driveway of the property.
Officers have asked the public to keep an eye out for the stolen vehicle and appealed for any CCTV or doorbell footage that may help the investigation.
A police statement added:
“Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should email Sam.Clarke2@northyorkshire.police.uk .You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for Sam Clarke.
“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
“Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12230192125 when passing information.”
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Balaclava-clad burglars target homes in Harrogate
Police are seeking three men wearing balaclavas who attempted to break into a house in Harrogate.
According to North Yorkshire Police, the would-be burglars were disturbed when they entered a home on Azerley Grove in the Jennyfields area.
The incident happened between midnight and 3am last Saturday (October 7).
The force today appealed for witnesses and information. It said in a statement:
“On the same night, three men were seen on ring doorbell footage approaching a second property nearby.
“One of the men was described as wearing a striped body warmer over a long-sleeved top, he was wearing dark joggers and dark trainers.
“A second man was described as wearing a tracksuit with reflective stripes on the lower legs. All three men were wearing balaclavas.”
The statement urged anyone with information or doorbell footage to email ruby.rutter@northyorkshire.police.uk or call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for Ruby Rutter.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Quote reference number 12230190164.
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Police identify man after Ripon restaurant attempted burglary
Police have identified a man they wish to speak to in connection with an attempted burglary at a Ripon restaurant.
The incident happened at Prima Pizzeria on Kirkgate at 11.55pm on Friday, August 18.
Officers said a man tried to gain entry to the rear of the restaurant.
North Yorkshire Police released a CCTV image in connection with the incident and have since identified a man.
A police statement added:
“Anyone with any information is asked to call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for the ‘York Initial Enquiry Team’ quoting 12230155915.
“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
“Please quote reference number 12230155915 when passing on information.”
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