Man in hospital after being after Skipton assault

Author: Tom FeahenyPublished 21st Mar 2026

A man is been treated in hospital for a head injury after an assault at Skipton bus station last night.

The victim in his 60s was attacked during a disturbance around 6.30pm say North Yorkshire Police that also involved a group of youths.

Officers have already spoken to some witnesses but are asking anyone else who saw what happened to get in touch.

North Yorkshire police stated:

"We are appealing to anyone who was in the area of the bus station and saw a disturbance involving a groups of youths, or witnessed the assault, to come forward along with anyone who may have captured the incident CCTV, dashcam or has mobile phone footage of the incident.

A number of people have already come forward with information and our thanks go to them.

Please get in touch if you have not already spoken to us and can help our investigation."