Appeal for information following assault in Whitby

Police are appealing for information following and assault on a man in Whitby.

At approximately 9.15pm on Friday 11 February 2022 a 50-year-old man was assaulted while walking along Windsor Terrace in Whitby, near to the library. The incident left the man with a laceration to his head which required hospital treatment.

North Yorkshire Police would like to speak with anyone who can provide information in relation to this matter.

They would particularly like to speak to a man and a woman who were seen in the area at the time of the assault, as they may hold important information.

The man is described as being in his forties with a bald head and tattoos on his hands and arms. The woman is described as being younger than the man, with blonde hair and was wearing a long brown coat.

Anyone with information which could assist the investigation is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1 and speak to the Force Control Room. Please quote reference number 12220024984.

Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.