Man who jumped out of car to punch victim in the face in Scarborough sought by police

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted in Scarborough.
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The man was walking along Prospect Road when the passenger of a midnight-grey Vauxhall Corsa leapt out the car and punched him in the face, which bruised his right cheek.

The assault happened at about 6.30pm on March 22.

The suspect is described as a 6ft tall man, with a large, muscular build. He had strawberry-blonde hair styled in a medium-length perm and had a bushy beard of the same colour.

Did you witness the assault? Police would like to hear from you.Did you witness the assault? Police would like to hear from you.
Did you witness the assault? Police would like to hear from you.
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North Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses and information to establish what happened.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for PC Brooks. You can also email [email protected]

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

Quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number NYP-22032021-0497.