Appeal following assault in Skipton

We’re appealing for information about an assault that occurred in Skipton.

It happened in Aireville Park on Thursday 13 February 2025 between 6.30pm and 6.50pm.  The victim who was walking his dog was involved in a verbal altercation with another dog walker. The suspect then punched the victim in his face before making made off on foot towards Gawflat swing bridge.

We’re now appealing for information about a tall man in dark clothing who was walking a large black dog as he may have information that could help our investigation.

If you can help, please email [email protected], you can call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Joanne Bell, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

Please quote reference 12250027309 when passing on information