Appeal for witnesses following sexual assault at Harrogate train station

A young woman was assaulted at the station last month

Author: Natalie HigginsPublished 9th Sep 2021
Last updated 9th Sep 2021

Officers are investigating after a woman was sexually assaulted at Harrogate railway station.

Just after 7pm on Saturday 7 August, a young woman was waiting for a train when she was approached by a man who tried to engage in conversation with her.

She turned away from him, and the man continued to speak to her before sexually assaulting her.

British Transport Police have released an image of a man who may have information which could help their investigation.

The man officers would like to speak to

The public are being asked to contact British Transport Police if they recognise him or have any information. You can do so by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference number 567 of 07/08/21.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.