Harrogate police seek witnesses to fight between teenage girls on The Stray

North Yorkshire Police said today that it wants to hear from any witnesses to the altercation, particularly a woman who with her two young children at the time.

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The assault happened on The Stray near to St Winifred’s Avenue at around 4pm on Sunday, July 1.

It involved a group of teenage girls who were sitting together when a fight broke out between a 16-year-old and a 15-year-old.

A spokesman said: "We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

"In particular, police would like a potential witness to come forward, who is described as a woman with very blonde hair and pushing a buggy. The woman had two young children with her and may have seen the incident."

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Anyone with information is asked to email [email protected] or call 101, select option 2, and ask for Beth Crawford-Evans.

Information can also be passed on anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12180118108.

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