17 year-old boy threatened with weapons during robbery in Ripon
It happened just before 5pm yesterday.
Last updated 8th Feb 2021
A 17 year-old boy was threatened with weapons during a robbery in Ripon.
It happened just before 5pm on Sunday in the Hell Wath Grove area.
The boy was approached by a group of teenagers, who threatened him before one of them stole his moped.
The boy who rode off on the scooter is described as aged 16/17 wearing a black jacket, grey trousers, black trainers and a black balaclava.
The other suspects are described as aged 16/17 dressed in dark clothing.
The scooter was later discovered abandoned on Long Meadows in Ripon.
Inspector Alex Langley, said: “We believe these crimes and incidents of anti-social behaviour are being committed by local youths and we are conducting a number of enquires in order to identify these individuals.
“We would also ask parents of teenagers to pass on any information you think could assist. Do you know where your child was yesterday evening? Were they out in Ripon? Were they part of a bigger group? Do your children know anything?
“The information provided by the public is key to helping us target our patrols, identify those responsible and prevent this criminal activity in the future.
“Anyone with any information about the incident yesterday or witnesses to any crime or ASB in Ripon is asked to contact police. Dial 101, press 2 and ask for Harrogate CID. Please quote reference number 12210054979 when passing on information”.