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A man in his 50s has been arrested following a 'violent altercation' in Whitby.
The incident took place on Upgang Lane at around 7.45pm on Sunday, October 4, and involved an alleged assault on the driver of a stationary Land Rover Discovery.
North Yorkshire Police believes the incident began outside Gino's Pizza on White Point Road.
A police spokesperson said: "The driver and another person, who was also driving a Land Rover Discovery, are said to have then followed the suspect on foot.
"The driver who was initially assaulted did not require hospital treatment."
The arrested man, who was on foot at the time of the incident, has been released under investigation while enquiries continue.
The suspect is described as a white male, over 6ft tall, of broad build, and wearing a black and white striped sweatshirt.
He was seen holding a dog on a lead during the altercation.
The dog was not harmed.
Both Land Rover Discoverys involved are described as dark in colour and muddy.
Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
Those who can assist are asked to contact officer Evie Walters by email at evie.walters@northyorkshire.police.uk.
Alternatively, information can be provided online via the North Yorkshire Police website by selecting 'Tell us about' and then 'An existing case or report.'
The public can also use the live chat service on the website, available Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.
Enquiries remain ongoing.