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Police arrest man with 'bladed article' in Harrogate

This photo is not of the incident. (Image: North Yorkshire Police)

A 36-year-old man was arrested following an incident in Harrogate yesterday (Monday).

Police attended the scene on Station Parade at around 10:46am following reports a young woman had suffered a minor injury as she was walking on Cambridge Street.

The suspect made off towards the bus station and was quickly arrested. 

A small, bladed article has been recovered following a search of the suspect.

A police spokesperson said:

“The suspect remains in custody for questioning.

“This is believed to be an isolated incident with no wider threat to the public.”

The victim has undertaken medical checks as a precaution.

The spokesperson added:

“Witnesses or anyone with information or video footage of the incident are urged to come forward to support the investigation.

“Please email Jack.Sellers@northyorkshire.police.uk or call 101, select option 2, and ask for Jack Sellers.

“Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

Please quote reference number 12240155058 when providing details.

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