'Aggressive' couple seen 'shouting racial abuse' at fellow Wetherspoons punters

09 February 2024 , 20:08

731     0

The alleged incident took place at The Buck Inn in Northallerton (Image: North Yorkshire Police)

Police have released CCTV images of a couple they would like to speak to in connection with an incident of alleged racial abuse at a Wetherspoons pub.

The alleged incident took place at The Buck Inn in Northallerton on Monday, January 22, when a couple were heard shouting racial abuse at other customers and asked to leave the premises after growing increasingly aggressive, North Yorkshire Police said.

A spokesperson confirmed police are treating the incident as a public order offence and a hate crime. Officers believe a man and woman pictured on CCTV may have information that could help the investigation.

Describing the incident, a force spokesperson said: "A couple were heard shouting racial abuse at other customers. When they were asked to leave they became aggressive."

Police are treating the incident as a public order offence and hate crime. They are described as in their 50s or 60s and after leaving the couple got into a large dark-coloured vehicle.

Severed penis discovered lying on the ground outside petrol station car park

Anyone who recognises them or has any other information should email [email protected]. Witnesses can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Holly Abbott. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800-555111. Quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12240013460.

Rachel Hagan