INCIDENT ALERT: Police cordon off number of streets in Harrogate town centre following report of sexual assault

By Lucy Chappell
Published 5th Oct 2023, 15:12 BST
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North Yorkshire Police has cordoned off a number of streets in Harrogate town centre after a report of a serious sexual assault on a woman.

A screen guard has been put in place and areas of James Street, Petergate and Market Place have been cordoned off to allow officers to carry out a full and thorough investigation.

Enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances around the incident.

A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “Residents and local businesses may notice an increased police presence in the area, as officers continue to gather evidence.”