Appeal for witnesses after violent assault in York

Officers are appealing for witnesses after a man in his late 70s was violently assaulted when walking his dog in York.

Officers are appealing for witnesses after a man in his late 70s was violently assaulted when walking his dog in York.

The assault took place on Osbaldwick Lane at around 4.15pm on Monday, 29 January as the victim walked his dog.

A man assaulted the victim as he passed a bus stop along the route.

Yorkshire Ambulance Service attended the scene, and the man was taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries.

Although several witnesses have already come forward, it is believed there were more people in the vicinity who saw the assault or the events surrounding it and officers are urging these people to come forward.

If you can help officers with their investigation, please contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, selecting option 4.

Alternatively, if you would like to provide information anonymously, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111.

A man in his 30s has been charged with Section 18 Wounding and was remanded to appear in court today (Wednesday, 31 January).

Please quote reference 12240017688 when providing information.