Appeal following moped theft in York

Thursday, 27 April 2023 17:46

By Alexander Chadwick @thisisyo1

North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and information about the theft of a moped from Vine Street, York.

The moped was taken sometime between 1.30-2.30am on Monday 24 April. It was later discovered at around 8am by a member of the public on Scarcroft Green. Unfortunately it had sustained extensive damage.

The moped is described as black Honda with red and white body work. Officers are appealing for any witnesses to the theft, or anyone who recalls seeing the moped in the early hours of the 24 April to contact them.

North Yorkshire Police would particularly like to hear from any local residents who may have captured CCTV, door bell or dash camera footage.

If you can help, please email alice.gould@northyorkshire.police.uk or contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for PC1408 Gould. Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12230072161.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

North Yorkshire Police, Appeals

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