Two men arrested over bank robbery in Harrogate

Police have arrested two men over a robbery at a Harrogate bank in which staff were threatened with violence.
By Susie Beever
Published 8th Apr 2020, 10:48 BST
Updated 8th Apr 2020, 10:50 BST
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A 60-year-old man remained in custody this morning (Wednesday) following the robbery, which happened shortly before 1pm at the Co-operative Bank on Prospect Crescent in the town centre.

A member of staff was reportedly threatened with violence before the suspect left with a quantity of cash.

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A 28-year-old man who was also arrested has been released on conditional bail.

The Co-operative Bank in Harrogate town centreThe Co-operative Bank in Harrogate town centre
The Co-operative Bank in Harrogate town centre

North Yorkshire Police said they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the robbery, but are continuing to appeal for any information on what happened.

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Harrogate’s Neighbourhood Policing Inspector Penny Taylor of North Yorkshire Police said:

“We can confirm that following swift actions by officers two men have been arrested.

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“We are continuing to appeal for witnesses to this incident.

“We know that town was relatively quiet at the time but would urge anybody who saw anything suspicious in this area to contact us.

“If anybody saw anything that might help the investigation or has any relevant CCTV or dash-cam footage please contact us."