Man seriously injured in attack at Sherburn nature reserve

It happened on Saturday afternoon at Sherburn Willows Nature Reserve, police believe it was unprovoked

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Author: Edward BreslinPublished 7th Mar 2021
Last updated 7th Mar 2021

Police are hunting for suspects who attacked and seriously injured a man at a nature reserve in Sherburn.

It happened at around 4.45pm on Saturday afternoon at Sherburn Willows Nature Reservce.

Officers believe the attack was unprovoked.

The victim was left needing treatment in hospital for serious injuries.

Police say they don't yet have a description of the attackers.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information is being urged to contact North Yorkshire Police by calling 101 and selecting option 1.

You can quote reference number NYP06032021-371 when sharing information.