Appeal For Assault Witnesses

Appeal For Assault Witnesses

Police are investigating reports of an assault on a 68 year old male at DAVYGATE, YORK in between SAINSBURYS and BETTY'S. 

This incident occurred at around 8.30pm on Thursday 15th October 2026.

Victim reported he saw a homeless male in the doorway of SAINSBURYS when an unknown male grabbed him from behind and squeezed him in the waist before making threats to hurt him and then followed him to BETTY'S where gestures were then made through the window.

The unknown male is described as a white male, around 5ft11, dressed smartly, wearing a light top, dark trousers, he had short, dark hair and had a goatee and moustache that was well trimmed. 

Police are seeking any information, witnesses and any CCTV/video footage.

If you can assist, please contact PC 1141 KELLY and quote reference 12250027135. Email: laura.kelly@northyorkshire.police.uk