A councillor arrested in connection with a series of anti-Semitic tweets has been released under investigation.
Former mayor of Harrogate Pat Marsh was arrested yesterday (Tuesday) by North Yorkshire Police investigation the posts shared on X.
Police say she was arrested on suspicion of displaying threatening, abusive, or insulting written material with intent or likely to stir up racial hatred.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “An investigation is underway however it is likely that enquires will take some time. Updates will be provided when appropriate.”
Cllr Marsh, who was the leader of the Liberal Democrats in Harrogate and Knaresborough, was suspended from the Lib Dems after the tweets came to light.
She now sits as an independent on North Yorkshire Council.
Police said anyone with any information that can assist their investigation can contact them on 101, quoting job number 12240031057.
Or you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously online or by calling 0800 555 111.