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Fire extinguisher discharged at victim in York McDonald’s


Police are investigating an assault in a York fast food restaurant.

It happened at the McDonald’s branch on Blake Street at about 8.10pm on Monday, 17 August.

Officers say a group of young people were involved.

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McDonald’s, Blake Street, York

A North Yorkshire Police 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 of the incident 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.”

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