NORTH Yorkshire police are appealing for information after racist graffiti has appeared in both Malton and Norton and have described the “huge emotional impact” it causes to victims.

Police say they received reports of offensive graffiti being seen in  the areas of Orchard Fields, County Bridge and Riverside Walk.

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Officers are requesting the public’s assistance on the full circumstances surrounding the incidents and are asking anyone who may have seen anything to get in touch.

They are also asking residents to continue reporting any further incidents.

A spokesperson for the force said: “This type of crime is completely unacceptable and can have a huge emotional impact on its victims and the community as a whole.

“We are taking this incident very seriously and will not condone this type of behaviour, which is completely at odds with the welcoming nature of our local communities.”

Anyone with information which could assist the investigation have been asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 select option 2, and ask for Police Community Support Officer Abi Moriarty. You can also email abi.moriarty@northyorkshire.police.uk

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If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Police have asked the public to quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12210195011.

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