NORTH Yorkshire police are appealing for information after suspects fled the scene after punching a man in the face in an unprovoked attack.

Police say the incident happened on Rosemary Court, Easingwold at 6.10pm on Friday October 1 and the victim was left with facial injuries.

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The two unknown suspects left the scene after the attack in a silver Volkswagen Polo, according to police.

Police are requesting public assistance in helping to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

The force are appealing for information around the identity of the two suspects involved in the assault, and the vehicle they left the scene in.

Police have described the man who punched the victim as a large, tanned male, with a broad build and short brown hair, he was wearing a  grey jumper and grey shorts at the time.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Charlotte Lancaster. You can also email charlotte.lancaster2@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk

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

People are asked to quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12210213218.

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