Racist abuse hurled at person outside York BP garage

Officers have issued photographs of two men they want to speak to after the incident outside the BP garage in Lawrence Street on Sunday, April 12.

North Yorkshire Police said two men approached the victim in an “aggressive manner and made racially abusive comments” at around 7.45pm.

The force said the men are believed to have travelled to the area from Hull Road.

“Suspect one is described as a man, around 50 years old, 5ft 8ins to 6ft tall, with a slim build, bald, and was wearing a black hoodie and black shorts,” a police spokesperson said.

“Suspect two is also described as man, around 50 years old, 5ft 8ins to 6ft tall, with a slim build, grey slicked-back hair, and was wearing a jacket and blue jeans.”

They said the men photographed may have information about the incident, urging anyone who recognises them to contact North Yorkshire Police.

“If you have any information that could assist our investigation, please email james.tomsett@northyorkshire.police.uk,” they said.

“Alternatively, you can call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for James Tomsett, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

“Please quote reference 12260065315 when providing information.”