POLICE are appealing for help to track down two men following an attack on a teenage boy.

The 15-year-old was assaulted in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, on Wednesday, between 6pm and 7pm, near Millgate and Marage Road.

Only brief details of the attack have so far been released.

Detectives are seeking two men. One is about 50, 6ft, with short grey hair. He wore a white shirt with black checks and green trousers. The second was aged between 30 and 40, and was unshaven. He wore a top of a velvety material.

If anyone believes they know either of the men described, or anything about the incident, they are asked to ring police on (01609) 783131.

Police would also like to speak to a woman on a yellow bicycle, who pedalled through the area at the time.