POLICE are appealing for information after an incident of dangerous driving in which a woman horse rider was verbally attacked.

The incident happened on the B6265, between the turning for Studley Roger and the junction for Galphay, near Ripon, on May 15.

The woman riding a horse gestured to the driver of a small dark saloon or hatchback car, heading out of Ripon, to slow down.

However, the driver stopped his vehicle before being verbally abusive towards the rider.

Anyone who saw the car or the rider should contact police on 101, select option two and ask for PC Gary Anderson.

Alternatively, information can be emailed to gary.anderson@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.