Teenager assaulted by two youths in York city centre

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 19 Oct, 17:38 · Archive

A 16-year-old was punched repeatedly in the face and kicked in the ribs by two youths in St Helen's Square, York.

A 16-year-old was taken to hospital after being assaulted by two youths in St Helen's Square, York on Monday, 5 October. The attack occurred between 4.50pm and 5.10pm and was split up by a member of the public.

North Yorkshire Police said the youths mocked the teenager and his two companions, 'prodding them with a fishing net' before the assault began. One youth punched the 16-year-old victim in the face on more than one occasion, while another kicked him in the ribs. The victim suffered injuries to his face and was taken to hospital but later discharged.

Police are appealing for information. One youth is described as a white boy aged 13-14 of stocky build with light brown curly hair, wearing rings and a gold necklace. The other is described as a black boy aged 13-14 between 5ft 7ins and 5ft 9ins tall wearing a white t-shirt. Anyone with information is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, email chloe.bowes@northyorkshire.police.uk, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, quoting reference 12260196159.

Teenager assaulted by two youths in York city centre — Image: Gazette & Herald (Malton)

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Teenager punched in face then kicked in ribs by youths in York city centreA teenager was taken to hospital after being repeatedly punched in the face then kicked in the ribs by two youths in St Helen's Square, York, police have said.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 19 Oct, 16:50
Teenager punched in face then kicked in ribs by youths in York city centreA teenager was taken to hospital after being repeatedly punched in the face then kicked in the ribs by two youths in St Helen's Square, York, police have said.The Press (York) · 19 Oct, 16:50

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