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    23

    Jun 2023

    Last Updated: 23/06/2023
    Crime
    Crime

    Two people robbed and assaulted on Knaresborough street

    by John Plummer

    | 23 Jun, 2023
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    Two people were robbed and assaulted while walking in Knaresborough in the early hours of this morning.

    North Yorkshire Police this afternoon appealed for witnesses and information following the incident, which occurred at about 2am.

    The force said in a statement:

    "The two victims were walking on Aspin Lane when they were approached by two men and assaulted. One of the victims had their mobile phone stolen. The offenders left the area in a black Alfa Romeo.
    "A short time later officers arrested a 19-year-old man on suspicion of robbery, possession of a class-A drug and class-B drug and drug driving.
    "An 18-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of robbery and possession of a class-B drug. Both men currently remain in police custody."


    Anyone with information or CCTV footage is asked to email jenifer.doyle@northyorkshire.police.uk or dial 101, select option 2, and ask for Jenifer Doyle.

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

    Quote reference number 12230113081.




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