Police are appealing for information about the theft of an antique safe from Harrogate.
The safe was stolen from a property on Sussex Avenue between 6.30pm and 8pm on Monday, 10 January. Its value has not been revealed.
North Yorkshire Police said in a statement:
“Three people are believed to have been involved and we are appealing to anyone who either saw something suspicious in the area around the time of the burglary or who has seen it since.”
It urged anyone with information to get in touch by emailing sam.clarke2@northyorkshire.police.uk or by calling 101, selecting option 2, and asking for PC Sam Clarke
Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Quote reference 12230006025 when providing information.
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Burglars steal high-value goods from Knaresborough new build estate
Police are appealing for information after a number of high-value goods were stolen from a new build housing estate in Knaresborough.
Criminals targeted two homes which had yet to be completed on Lapwing Crescent on the Trinity Fields development between December 18 and 19, 2022.
A washing machine, dishwasher, oven and two showers were among the items stolen from the properties.
The burglars also stole two kitchen taps, 12 kitchen handles, 12 kitchen plinth lights, 10 downlights and a cooker hood.
A North Yorkshire Police statement said:
“As part of ongoing enquiries, officers are appealing for information about suspicious individuals or vehicles at around the time of the burglaries.
“Also, if anyone has been offered such items for sale since 19 December.
“If you can help, please email Jacob.higgins@northyorkshire.police.uk or call 101, select option 2, and ask for Jacob Higgins.
“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12220223539 when providing details.”
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Vandals damage Mercedes in Harrogate
Police are appealing for help after vandals damaged a Mercedes in Harrogate.
The incident happened on Alderson Road, off Leeds Road, shortly before 6.30am on Monday this week.
A North Yorkshire Police statement said two men in dark clothing approached the vehicle on foot from the Leeds Road junction. It added:
“One appears to have kept a look-out while the other damaged the windows of an unattended black Mercedes.
“North Yorkshire Police are requesting the public’s assistance to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
“In particular, officers are asking a female jogger to get in touch. She was wearing a high-vis harness, and may have run past the offenders on Leeds Road immediately prior to the junction of Alderson Road.”
Police also want to contact the driver of a white pick-up truck — possibly a milk delivery vehicle — that pulled into Alderson Road as the damage was taking place.
Anyone else with information or dash cam footage is also asked to email peter.henderson@northyorkshire.police.uk or call on 101, select option 2, and ask for PC 1668 Henderson.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12230004592.
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Police ‘extremely worried’ for Ripon man missing for nine days
North Yorkshire Police has tonight renewed its appeal for information following the disappearance of a man from Ripon.
Gavin Dhont, 45, was last seen in the city on Tuesday, December 6, and officers said they are extremely worried for his welfare.
Gavin enjoys walks in areas including the Hell Wath, Studley Roger, Studley Royal Park and along the river Ure. He also enjoys visiting Ripon Wetlands.
Police are asking residents and business owners in these areas, and along Princess Road and Lead Lane, to check any video doorbells which may hold footage of Gavin.
Gavin also has connections to Scarborough and may have travelled there.
Another photo of Gavin
A number of enquiries have been carried out since Gavin was last seen and officers are currently working to establish if a potential sighting of him on Tuesday can be confirmed.
Gavin’s Dad, Luc, said:
“Gavin — if you see or hear this appeal please contact someone. Either call myself or another family member or friend or call the police. We all want to know you are OK and bring you home safely. We are all very worried about you.”
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Inspector Julie Earnshaw, said:
‘We are extremely worried for Gavin’s welfare, especially as the weather has been so cold over recent days.
“We have released another photograph of Gavin in the hope it will help people remember whether they have seen him and if you have, please contact police with information.”
Gavin is described as of thin build with short dark brown hair.
Anyone who has seen him since he went missing or who believes they know his whereabouts is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police as a matter of urgency on 101, or call 999 in an emergency and quote either his name or reference 12220219012.
Police said Gavin’s family has thanked everyone who has assisted with the search, including those who have shared the appeal on social media.
Police ‘increasingly concerned’ for Ripon man missing since SundayNorth Yorkshire Police has issued an appeal for information about a Ripon man who has been missing since Sunday.
Gavin Dhont, 45, was last seen in the Ripon area on Sunday night. He is described as having a thin build and short dark brown hair.
Police said in a statement today they “are becoming increasingly concerned for his safety”. They added:
“If you’ve seen him or have any information about where he is, please call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1 to speak to the force control room and quote reference 12220219012.
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Police find missing man with Harrogate links
North Yorkshire Police has confirmed that a missing man has been found following an appeal.
Officers said they were “extremely concerned” for the welfare of the 36-year-old.
A police statement said the man was found safe and well.
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Land Rover stolen from Wormald Green
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for help finding a Land Rover Discovery, which was stolen from Wormald Green.
Police today released pictures of the grey vehicle, which they say was taken from an address in the village, which is midway between Ripon and Harrogate.
It was stolen at about 11.30pm on Wednesday last week.
A police statement said:
“Please keep your eyes peeled for the car and if you have any info, call 101 quoting ref: 12220186546.”
A police image of the wanted vehicle.
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Police appeal for help to track down child’s bike stolen from Harrogate home
Police are appealing for help to track down a child’s bike stolen from outside a home in Harrogate.
The Trek 3700 bike was taken from outside the property on Claro Avenue between Friday, October 7 and Saturday, October 8.
It is silver with black and green writing. There are scratches on the handlebars and some on the frame.
A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said:
“We are appealing for information for any witnesses who may have seen this incident or the stolen bike. We are also appealing for anyone locally with CCTV that may assist with locating this item.”
Anyone with information can email jemma.grant@northyorkshire.police.uk or call 101, select option two and ask for PC649 Grant, using reference 12220183582.
Alternatively, to report information anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
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Two excavators stolen from Knaresborough building site
Two excavators have been stolen from a building site just off the A59 at Knaresborough.
The machines were taken last night from Swallowtail Way, which is near the Trinity Fields development and Aldi supermarket.
North Yorkshire Police today appealed for anyone with information to come forward.
The machines are both yellow — one is five tonnes and the other is nine tonnes.
A police statement said:
“We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
“In particular, we are appealing for sightings of any suspicion people or vehicles in the vicinity of this location, or any sightings of the stolen excavators following the offence.”
Anyone with information can email Hazel.Simms-Williamson@northyorkshire.police.uk or call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Hazel Simms.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12220185371.
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Man on the run from police has Harrogate connections
A wanted man who didn’t turn up in court to face attempted robbery charges has Harrogate connections, police said today.
Keith David Whitehead, 45, failed to appear at York Crown Court on Friday last week.
He was accused of attempting to rob a man in Scarborough in October last year. The court issued a bench warrant for his arrest.
He has also been recalled to prison for displaying poor behaviour, including harassment, which is in breach of his licence conditions.
North Yorkshire Police today appealed for help locating Whitehead.
A police statement today said:
“Police enquiries are ongoing in North Yorkshire where it is known Whitehead has connections in Scarborough and Harrogate.”
Keith Whitehead
Whitehead is described as white, short grey hair, 5ft 8in tall, with a slim build.
Anyone with information is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1, and speak to the force control room, quoting reference number 12220163507.
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