A man was left with facial injuries that required hospital treatment in a late-night assault which officers are describing as a “violent incident.”
It happened in Richmond market place between 12.40am and 12.45am on Friday, August 5.
A man assaulted another man, leaving him with facial injuries that required hospital treatment.
Police have described the offender as in his late 20s, around 6ft tall, of a skinny build with short brown curly hair and wearing a white t-shirt.
They are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
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In particular they are requesting witnesses to get in touch to help identify the suspect.
A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police added: “Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should email Lisa.Recchia@northyorkshire.police.uk you can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for PC 88 Lisa RECCHIA.
“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
“Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12220137599.”
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