North Yorkshire Police is investigating a brawl involving a large group of men and women on a quiet Pateley Bridge street this week.
The incident took place just before midnight on Monday when the group, who officers described as young adults, were seen fighting and swearing on Bishop Way.
A police spokesperson said the incident was “very unusual” for Pateley Bridge and “completely unacceptable”.
If you have any information, photos or video footage, you can contact bill.hickson@northyorkshire.police.uk or call North Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting 12220097471.
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Persistent vandalism threat to shops on Harrogate’s Bower Street
Two shop owners on Harrogate’s Bower Street have said they feel a sense of helplessness in the face of anti-social behaviour and vandalism that is blighting trade.
Doe Bakehouse and Jarfull have both called the police multiple times to report vandalism, fighting and anti-social behaviour.
They say the empty shop in between their premises is often full of people drinking, playing music and sometimes getting violent. Litter is common too.
Doe Bakehouse had its front seating area covered in mud and concrete last weekend.
The shop has previously had its door smashed and often has litter thrown into the seating area.
Owner Evie Jackson said after the incident it had become a “frequent target” and that she planned to close the shop and just fulfil online pre-orders from the premises. She said:
“We deal with antisocial behaviour constantly due to issues on the street and we are at a loss with what can be done.”
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The shops are situated between the One Arch tunnel and Harrogate Homeless Project.
Rebecca Lodge, who owns Jarfull, which promotes sustainable shopping, said she had called the police many times to report fights and anti-social behaviour. She said:
Three men arrested after fight in Harrogate“Next door is empty so people just hang around, drinking and being a bit rowdy. I’ve not had any issues as such but it’s caused issues in that people are put off coming because it can be quite intimidating having eight people sat there drinking. I’ve had to call the police a few times for fighting but generally it’s just drinking.
“Being in here can be intimidating and it’s tricky because sometimes I think it would be better off if we had the shop somewhere else because I’m in no doubt people are put off coming this end of town but then customers love that they can park right outside.”
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses after three men were arrested for fighting in Harrogate town centre on Saturday evening.
The incident took place between Skipton Road and Regent Parade between 7.50pm and 8pm on Saturday, August 1.
All three men have been bailed pending further enquiries.
Police are now trying to establish the full details of what happened, and are asking witnesses and anyone with information to come forward.
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To give information to the police, call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option two and ask for Corrina Graham-Merrett. To remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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