TWO people have been arrested in York after an assault and attempted robbery beside the River Ouse.
The attack happened at 7.45pm on Wednesday near Scarborough Bridge, on the Marygate side of the river.
The victim was hit over the head with a bottle but police were on the scene within minutes and arrested two suspects, who are currently in custody.
The victim was taken to hospital, but nothing was stolen.
Inspector Bruce Prendergast of York Police said two people in their early 20s had been arrested on suspicion of attempted robbery.
Anyone who saw what happened or with useful information is asked to phone police on 0845 6060247, quoting reference 466 of February 23.
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