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Police appeal for information following assault in Skipton

CCTV appeal: The men police believe will help with their investigation.

Police are appealing for information after an assault in Skipton.

It happened in the grounds of Christ Church, near the bottom gate leading to Carleton Street at 6.50pm on Sunday 12th January.

A man was walking his dog around the church yard when six or seven teenagers assaulted him.

The victim sustained a swollen left eye, a bust lip, a cut to his nose and injured ribs.

A short time after the incident, a 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of assault and possession of a class-b drug.

He was later released with bail conditions.

A police spokesperson said:

"There are still a number of suspects outstanding from the incident. Please contact North Yorkshire Police if you recognise the people pictured on CCTV, as they may have information that will assist their investigation.

"Please email david.mcmanus@northyorkshire.police.uk if you have any information.

"Alternatively, you can call North Yorkshire Police on 101, and ask for David Mcmanus or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website."

Please quote reference 12250006947 when passing information.

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