Jogger assaulted by teenagers in York

The two teens were riding bicycles

Author: Seb CheerPublished 30th Oct 2020

North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information about a sexual assault that occurred in York.

It happened near Melrosegate bridge between 6.15pm and 6.30pm on Wednesday 14 October 2020.

The victim, a female jogger, was running along Melrosegate when two males approached her from behind on bicycles and one of them slapped her on the bottom.

The males are believed to be around 14 years-old. One is described as white, with short, dark hair, tanned skin and was wearing a black jacket and grey tracksuit. The second is also described as white and was wearing similar clothing.

Both headed off towards Nicholas Gardens.

Anyone with information is being asked to contact North Yorkshire Police.