Man charged after violence near York museum

Man charged after violence near York museum

A man has been charged following the outbreak of violence near the National Railway Museum in York.

We reported on Sunday that police called to Leeman Road, in York, at 2.19pm, following a report of an altercation involving three men.

A “bladed article” was seen.

Two victims who sustained injuries were taken to hospital for treatment. Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

A man was later arrested at Hull Station.

Today North Yorkshire Police gave this update: “The 21-year-old man arrested at Hull Railway Station has now been charged with robbery and possession of a bladed article in a public place.

“He has been remanded in custody and is due to appear before magistrates today.”

Park Street and parts of Leeman Road were cordoned off for hours during the incident.