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Man grabbed by the throat in lunchtime York attack

Tue 15 Jun

Gillygate in York. Photograph: Richard McDougall

Tue 15 Jun 2021  @ 12:43pm
YorkMix
Crime

A man was grabbed by the throat in York city centre – in the middle of the day.

Police have just revealed details about the incident, which took place on Gillygate at 1pm on Wednesday 27 November.

A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

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“In particular, we are appealing for information about the man who carried out the assault.”

He is described as

  • aged around 65 years old
  • between 5ft 9ins and 5ft 10ins tall
  • and of thin build.

He was wearing a blue jacket and was carrying an umbrella.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact North Yorkshire Police, see below.

How to help the police

  • Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Rachel Simpson
  • Email Rachel Simpson here
  • Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via the website
  • Quote reference number 12190217823


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