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Police Seek Witnesses After Racially Aggravated Assault in Scarborough

Police in Scarborough are appealing for witnesses and information following a racially aggravated assault in St Thomas Street car park.

It happened between 8.55pm and 9.08 pm on Sunday 4 December when a group of men were involved in an altercation with the victim who was then punched in the face.

One suspect is described as approximately 20 years old, 5'6", of skinny build with short dark hair. He was wearing a black jacket with circular logo, blue jeans and dark footwear.

Another suspect is described as 5' 7", of stocky build, with short dark hair. He was wearing a white jumper, black jeans and white shoes.

The victim sustained a cut to his nose and disturbed vision and was treated at Scarborough Hospital before being discharged.

Officers are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident, the men leaving the scene or can help identify the suspects, to contact them.

They are also appealing to anyone who may have caught the incident on dashcam or private CCTV to get in touch.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should email Nick.Hainsworth@Northyorkshire.police.uk. You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for PC 1080 Nick Hainsworth.

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

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12220215078.

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