Updated: Police trace key witness to York attack
Police investigating an attack on a man in York city centre have traced a key witness.
Officers appealed for a woman to come forward after an assault in Exhibition Square at around 4.40am on Sunday 20 November.
The victim, a local man aged in his early 30s, sustained serious injuries to his face and body and required hospital treatment.
Man left in hospital after attack in York – Police seek key witness
Original story from Mon 16 Jan, 2023 @ 3.50 pm
York police want to trace this woman as they believe she is a key witness to a serious assault in the city.
The attack happened in Exhibition Square at around 4.40am on Sunday 20 November.
The victim, a local man aged in his early 30s, sustained serious injuries to his face and body and required hospital treatment.
Three men, all aged 24 and from York, have been arrested and released under investigation while enquires continue.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “As part of the ongoing investigation, we are asking for help identify the woman in the CCTV image who we believe could be a potential key witness to the assault.”
If you can help, you can contact police on the numbers below.
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How to help the police
- Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Jenna Hallewell
- Email Jenna Hallewell here
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via the website
- Quote reference number 12220205888