Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Monday 10th March 2025, at 18:20hrs
Ripon is reeling following a shocking incident on Sunday evening, where a teenage boy was deliberately run over and then further assaulted, prompting an urgent police appeal for witnesses and footage.
The incident occurred on King Edward Road at approximately 8:05 PM on March 9, 2025.
A blue Volkswagen Polo reportedly mounted the kerb and struck the teenage victim, causing a severe leg injury.
While the boy lay injured on the ground, he was allegedly subjected to a further assault, with authorities believing he may have been struck with a weapon.
The victim was swiftly transported to hospital by ambulance, where he received emergency treatment for a broken ankle.
North Yorkshire Police immediately launched an extensive investigation, leading to the arrest of two individuals on suspicion of attempted murder: a 21-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy. Both remain in police custody for questioning.
As part of their investigation, police have seized the blue VW Polo, as well as another vehicle linked to the suspects, for forensic examination.
Detectives are now making a critical appeal to the public for assistance. They are urging anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward immediately, as they work to piece together the full circumstances of this deeply disturbing crime.
In particular, they are requesting that residents in the King Edward Road area check any doorbell camera footage they may have, and that motorists who were in the vicinity around 8:00 PM on Sunday review their dashcam recordings for any relevant information.
“This was a brutal and targeted attack, and we are determined to bring those responsible to justice,” stated a spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police.
“We are appealing to anyone who saw anything, no matter how small, to come forward.
Your information could be vital in our investigation.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police immediately by calling 101 and speaking to the Force Control Room, quoting reference number 12250042702.
Alternatively, individuals can provide information anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by submitting an online report.
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