Appeal following assault in York

Police are appealing for witnesses and information in relation to an assault that occurred in York.

It happened outside Waterstones on Coney Street between the hours of 9.15pm and 9.30pm on Friday 02 December 2022.

Two women, aged in their 30s were assaulted.   

A 15-year-old girl was arrested on suspicion of assault and resist arrest. A second 15-year-old girl was also arrested on suspicion of assault, resist arrest and a public order offence.

Both girls were interviewed and released under investigation.

Police are now requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should email [email protected].

You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Ryan Mcqueen.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12220213876.