Police are investigating a series of assaults in York.
They were all committed by the same suspect – and detectives believe there could be more victims.
The incidents have occurred on nights between Wednesday 22 and Saturday 25 July. All happened between 9pm and 3am within the city walls.
The suspect is male, aged between 35-45 years old and was dressed in black.
He was carrying a “distinguishable food delivery backpack” while riding a black bicycle with one headlight on the handlebar.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We’re appealing for victims and witnesses to come forward following a series of assaults committed by the same suspect in York city centre.
“We are currently aware of several incidents between 22 and 25 July, however we believe there could be more victims.”
If you believe that you have been a victim of an assault or have witnessed any incidents, you’re asked to contact police on the numbers below.
A man from York has been arrested in connection with the investigation and released on conditional bail.
How to help the police
- Report via the North Yorkshire Police website here
- Via live chat on the website, available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm