Police appeal for information after an assault and threats to kill in York
A 64-year-old man has been arrested following the incident last Saturday
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information about an assault and threats to kill that occurred in York.
It happened both inside and outside of Caffe Nero on Davygate at 12.32pm on Saturday 20 January 2023 and involved a male assaulting a member of staff and threatening to shoot them. The male suspect punched the female member of staff, causing teeth to be broken.
A 64-year-old man was arrested in connection to the incident and has been bailed with conditions.
We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
We’d particularly like to hear from anyone who saw any part of the incident or if any weapons were seen.
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should email John.Armstrong@northyorkshire.police.uk
You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for John Armstrong.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12240011759.
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