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Police investigate hate and knife crime incidents in York


Police are investigating a hate and knife crime incident in York city centre.

They want to trace this man as part of their enquries.

The incidents happened on St Sampson’s Square between 2am and 2.20am on Sunday 8 March.

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A man is alleged to have made homophobic slurs towards a group of women before threatening a couple in a taxi with a knife.

He is described as white with tribal-style tattoo on the side of his head and face, slicked-back hair that is shaved on the sides, goatee beard, and he was wearing a black leather jacket, white button up shirt, and dark navy jeans or black trousers.

It is believed he spoke with a Scottish accent, possibly from the Glasgow area.

Police want to hear from witnesses, or anyone with information that could help them trace this man.




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