POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a 14-year-old girl was assaulted in York city centre.

The incident happened outside McDonald’s in Blake Street at around 5.30pm on Sunday, September 19, 2021.

The teenager was allegedly assaulted by two teenage girls who punched, kicked and dragged her across the ground.

Anyone who may have information about this incident have been urged to contact North Yorkshire Police as soon as possible.

To report information you can call 101, select option 2, and ask for Stuart Ord or email Stuart.Ord@northyorkshire.police.uk.

Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous can pass information to Crimestoppers on freephone 0800 555 111.

The reference number for this case is 12210205201.