Man in critical condition after assault in Scarborough

North Yorkshire Police has called an attack yesterday as 'shocking'

Author: Karen LiuPublished 17th Sep 2021

North Yorkshire Police are looking to find a biker who witnessed an assault on a man in Scarborough.

It happened at around 1.30pm yesterday (Thursday 16th September) at the corner of Ramshill Road and Westbourne Grove, opposite the Ramshill Hotel, which left the victim in a critical condition.

Detectives want to speak to any witnesses and drivers who were in the area at the time of the incident, especially those who may have captured dash cam footage.

They particularly want to trace the rider of a red sports-style motorbike who was waiting at the traffic lights of the junction when the incident took place, as they may hold vital information. The rider was wearing a blue and black jacket with a white logo and stripe on the back and a distinctive white helmet with a red stripe through the middle.

Any witnesses, or anyone with any information which could assist the investigation is asked to dial 101, select option 1 and speak to the Force Control Room quoting reference 12210202985.

If you have information, but wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with this incident and currently remains in police custody.

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