Fire extinguisher 'discharged' at member of the public in popular York restaurant

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said the "assault" happened at McDonalds in Blake Street around 8.10pm on Monday, August 17 and…

Fire extinguisher 'discharged' at member of the public in popular York restaurant

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POLICE are appealing for the victim of an "assault" in York city centre to come forward after a fire extinguisher was "discharged" at a member of the public.

A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said it happened "at McDonalds in Blake Street" around 8.10pm on Monday, August 17 and involved "a group of young people."

A force spokesperson said: "During the incident, one of the young people discharged a fire extinguisher directly at the victim.

"We are keen to speak to the victim to establish the full circumstances and support our investigation.

"If you are the victim, or if you witnessed the incident and have information that could assist our enquiries, please get in touch."

Information can be provided by email to abi.grey@northyorkshire.police.uk or online via the North Yorkshire Police website by selecting “Tell us about” and then “An existing case or report."

Live chat is available on the North Yorkshire Police website, available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

People unable to use these options can call North Yorkshire Police on 101.

Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through its website.

Please quote reference 12260160551 when providing information.