POLICE are appealing for witnesses and information about a hate crime in Northallerton. It happened in the Forest Road and Bullamoor Road area at 9.30pm on March 29 when two males were followed by a group of 16 youths, who subjected them to verbal abuse. Officers are attempting to identify members of the gang and anyone with information should contact 101, select option two and ask for Adam Scott. Alternatively email Adam.Scott@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk or pass information to Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.