Two 'possibly linked' sexual assaults reported in York

Police are appealing for witnesses after two potentially linked sexual assaults took place in the same area of York.
Jubilee Terrace. Pic: Google.Jubilee Terrace. Pic: Google.
Jubilee Terrace. Pic: Google.

A man pushing a bicycle approached a woman on the cycle path between Scarborough Bridge and Jubilee Terrace, and touched her inappropriately on Friday, June 29 at about 10pm.

Then a similar offence occurred on Monday, July 2 at around the same time, when a man on a bike again touched a woman inappropriately on Jubilee Terrace.

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A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police today said: "While York is an extremely safe city, it's important to continue to follow police safety advice, such as planning your route home, sticking to well-lit main roads and footpaths, and taking public transport if possible. Always report anything suspicious to the police on 101, or 999 if it's an emergency.

"Reassurance patrols have taken place in the local area, and extensive enquiries are ongoing into both incidents, including the possibility that they are linked.

"Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101. Select option 2 and ask for the York Investigation Hub, or email [email protected]

"Please quote reference numbers 12180116909 or 12180118925 when passing information."