Man jumps on woman’s back in York attempted robbery

Blue Bridge Lane, York. Photograph © Google Street View
19 Jun 2018 @ 5.51 pm
| News

A man jumped on a woman’s back, knocking her to the ground, in an attempted robbery.

The incident took place at around 5pm on Wednesday, June 13.

A woman in her 40s was walking along Blue Bridge Lane in York, near the blue bridge and River Ouse behind Mecca Bingo, when she was approached from behind by a man.

The man jumped on her back causing her to fall to the ground. It is then believed the man has searched the victim’s clothing for money.

Police believe nothing was taken during the incident.

The area was busy at the time of the offence and officers are asking anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward with information.

north-yorkshire-police-logo-25How to help the police

Call North Yorkshire Police on 101
Or call Crimestoppers 0800 555 111
Quote reference number 12180105361

Trending

  1. York hotel plans innovative garden ‘glasshouses’ for Covid-safe dining – but not everyone’s happy
  2. Three buildings to be demolished as York Central works begin
  3. ‘Phenomenal!’ York restaurant becomes the first in the city to be awarded a Michelin star
  4. York school worker dies after A19 crash: Tributes to ‘bright, beautiful and hugely caring person’
  5. ‘The pandemic has finally stung us’: York shop closes after 12 years
  6. Increase in care home deaths makes ‘grim reading’ says head of York group