TWO people have been arrested after a woman was attacked and robbed on her way home from a night out in Selby.

North Yorkshire Police said the woman was walking in Millgate, Selby, at about 11.30pm on Saturday, September 9, when she was attacked from behind.

The thieves stole her handbag, which contained bank cards, cash and a set of keys.

A police spokesman said two offenders have been identified and arrested, but said enquiries were still ongoing.

Anyone who saw the robbery or anything suspicious should phone police on 101 quoting reference 12170162106.