Alleged assault on security staff member at Scarborough bar

Scarborough Police are appealing for witnesses and information after the incident more than a week ago

Author: Karen LiuPublished 22nd Mar 2022

Scarborough Police are appealing for witnesses and information about an alleged assault at a bar in Scarborough.

It happened at around 2.20am on Sunday 13th March inside Sanctuary on St. Nicholas Street.

Police say the victim is a security staff member and he suffered head and facial injuries which required medical treatment.

Two local men, aged 24 and 18, were arrested at the scene on suspicion of assault.

Following questioning, they have been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

Police are urging people to come forward if they witnessed the incident or have information that could assist the investigation, as officers say Sanctuary was very busy at the time of the incident.

If you can help, please contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Sylvia Matla. You can also email sylvia.matla@northyorkshire.police.uk.

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

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12220042827.

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