A YORK man is currently being held in police custody after an incident in the city centre.
North Yorkshire Police say that a 40-year-old man is being held in custody for questioning after being arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and being drunk and disorderly.
This follows an incident which took place at 5.40pm on Wednesday (January 15) in York city centre.
After a search for the suspect, he was arrested around 25 minutes later.
Police say the victim is being supported while enquiries continue.
Witnesses should call North Yorkshire Police on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Please quote reference number 12250008900 when providing details.
YOU’LL FIND MORE ON THIS STORY AND OTHERS AT www.yorkpressd.co.uk OR PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE NEWSPAPER ITSELF AVAILABLE SIX DAYS A WEEK AT YOUR LOCAL NEWSAGENT
New Tesco Superstore to Open Next Week in North Yorkshire Town
NAP Pad Homelessness Accommodation to Return
Princess Anne Presents York Care Provider With Award
2026 Great Yorkshire Show Main Ring Attraction Announced
Destiny Disability Dance
Alan Carr Set to Bring New Show to York Barbican in 2027
Tadcaster Grammar School closed after girl dies in crash
Couple learn of £1m win sitting in York McDonald's
