Police want to trace man matching this description after Harrogate burglary

By Georgina Morris
Published 21st Feb 2019, 10:03 BST
Updated 21st Feb 2019, 11:07 BST
The burglary happened in Mayfield Grove, Harrogate. Picture: GoogleThe burglary happened in Mayfield Grove, Harrogate. Picture: Google
The burglary happened in Mayfield Grove, Harrogate. Picture: Google
Police investigating a burglary in Harrogate have issued a description of man they want to trace.

The break-in happened in Mayfield Grove between 7.15pm and 7.30pm on Tuesday, February 10.

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Officers are keen to speak with a man seen in the area which they believe may have information which is vital to their investigation.

The burglary happened in Mayfield Grove, Harrogate. Picture: GoogleThe burglary happened in Mayfield Grove, Harrogate. Picture: Google
The burglary happened in Mayfield Grove, Harrogate. Picture: Google

A North Yorkshire Police spokesman said: "The man officers would like to trace is described as a white male, around 6ft, with short dark hair and well-built.

"He was wearing a dark grey hooded top, grey jogging bottoms and black footwear.

"It is believed the man was wearing a scarf covering part of his face."

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Anyone who can help is asked to email [email protected] or call 101, select option 2, and ask for Louise Kelly.

Information can also be provided anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Please quote reference 12190031361.