Man arrested following an assault on a student in York

The victim, who is in his 20s, was attacked on Fulford Road last Saturday

Author: Tom HailePublished 21st Feb 2024
Last updated 21st Feb 2024

Police are appealing for information after a student needed hospital treatment for facial injuries following an assault.

A man has been arrested following the unprovoked incident, which took place on Saturday (17 February).

The student, a man in his 20s, was attacked on Fulford Road near the junction with Broadway between 8.10pm and 8.30pm.

After being assaulted, the victim was taken to hospital by ambulance and remained in hospital for two days.

A man in his 30s has been arrested and bailed pending further enquiries.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should email simon.dixon@northyorkshire.police.uk

You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Simon Dixon.

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

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12240029913.

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