Man arrested by police investigating attack near an industrial estate

Detectives have arrested a 22-year-old man in connection with a serious assault in Thirsk.

The incident occurred near Thirsk Industrial Estate at around 5.35pm on Monday 1 November 2021.

The victim, a 32-year-old man from the Thirsk area, remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition.

Officers made the arrest this afternoon ( Monday (8 November) and the man is being held in custody for questioning.

This follows a very positive response to previous appeals for information and officers thank the members of the public who have come forward so far.

They would still like to hear from anyone who has information but has not yet spoken to them, including motorists with dash-cam footage or residents who have doorbell or CCTV camera footage along York Road.

If you can assist the investigation, please call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Northallerton CID.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or go to www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

Please quote reference 12210233396 when passing on information.