Youths accused of throwing food at cars in Otley town centre

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 21 Oct, 15:02 · Archive

Youths have been throwing food including baguettes and apples at vehicles, buildings and people in Otley town centre.

Youths have been reportedly throwing food, including baguettes and apples, at cars, buildings and members of the public around Kirkgate in Otley town centre. Bridget Deakin, owner of Tapas & Tunes restaurant, said she discovered large quantities of food scattered on the street after work. She noted the food was not waste but substantial items like whole baguettes.

Ms Deakin spoke to a local resident who said the youths had been throwing food from a nearby churchyard. The behaviour later escalated when food was allegedly thrown at passing vehicles during service hours, prompting staff to contact police. Ms Deakin said: 'They've done it before, so the police need to come and see if they can try and find them.'

Staff at the Whitaker Arms confirmed the problem is not new and has been occurring for several months. An employee said the incidents initially happened about once a month but have become increasingly frequent. 'It started a few months ago,' they said. 'They used to do it maybe once a month, but they've started doing it more frequently. It's basically every weekend now.'

How it is being reported

• Youths seen 'throwing food at passing cars and people' in Otley town centreA local resident said youths had been throwing food from a nearby churchyard.Wharfedale Observer · 21 Oct, 14:36
• Youths seen 'throwing food at passing cars and people' in this town centreA local resident said youths had been throwing food from a nearby churchyard.Telegraph & Argus · 21 Oct, 14:25

In this story: Otley · Bridget Deakin · Tapas & Tunes · Whitaker Arms

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