Police appeal to trace attacker after racially aggravated assault in York

Local radio station Minster FM reports on a police appeal to trace a man following a racially motivated attack in York.

The victim, a 27-year-old Asian man, was racially abused and physically attacked by a man on Blossom Street at around 8pm on Saturday 4 March.

Police have issued a CCTV image of the man (pictured) who they want to speak to regarding the attack. He is described as white and was wearing a blue long-sleeved top at the time.

Anybody who recognises the man or has information on the incident should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Nicola Manning. Alternatively anybody with information can email [email protected].

Members of the public can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Please quote reference number 12170037068 when providing information about this incident.