Police have launched an appeal to locate three wanted men with strong links to Harrogate.

20-year-old Leeds man, Ainsley West, and 18-year-old Harrogate man Luke Gibson are wanted in connection with a serious assault in Boroughbridge earlier this month.

19-year-old Harrogate man William Smythe is also wanted for failing to attend court for drug offences.

Officers believe the men could be in the Harrogate area. West may also be in Leeds.

A police statement said:

“Significant enquiries have been ongoing to locate the trio and the force is now issuing an appeal to anyone who has seen them or knows where they are to come forward with information.

“If you see any of them, or have any info about where they are, please call North Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting reference number 12210245826 for West and Gibson or 12210248895 for Smythe.”

You can also pass on information anonymously through independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.

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