Police are investigating a “very concerning incident” where a shot was fired outside York Mosque.
A firearm was discharged outside York Mosque and Islamic Centre on Bull Lane at 2.19am this morning (Thursday).
The weapon is believed to have been an air rifle, and no one has been hurt.
The suspect left the location in a silver vehicle.
This was traced and a 44-year-old man from York, a white UK national, has been arrested. He is currently being held in custody for questioning.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “It is too early to say what may have been the motivation behind this disturbing incident, but our Muslim community in York can be reassured that we are doing everything we can to establish the full circumstances.
“We are also providing high-visibility patrols in the vicinity of York Mosque as people attend for prayer.
“Our officers are due to meet with the Imam regarding the incident.”
Witnesses or anyone with information, CCTV or dashcam footage that could support the investigation, is asked to contact police.
