Pensioner suffers bleed on the brain following Scarborough attack
Police are appealing for information following a serious assault that occurred in Scarborough.
It happened on St John's Road, close to the junction of Falsgrave Road at approximately 1pm on Thursday May 7, and involved a man assaulting an elderly woman.
The 82-year-old victim suffered a bleed on the brain as a result of the attack and has since received hospital treatment.
As part of ongoing enquiries, officers would particularly like to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed the assault, or anyone who may have any CCTV or dashcam footage that may have captured something.
Police are especially keen to speak to a couple believed to be in the area at the time the incident occurred.
A police spokesperson said: “If you believe this was you, or if you have any information that could assist our investigation, please get in touch.
“If you can help, please email [email protected] or call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for Charles Thornton.
“Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.
“Please quote reference 12260107037 when passing on information.”