York, United Kingdom – Two men are facing charges in connection with a violent assault in York. The suspects, aged 26 and 29, were taken into custody by authorities investigating the incident that occurred on April 19th.
Both individuals have been charged with wounding with intent, according to the police. Additionally, the 29-year-old is facing charges of witness intimidation, criminal damage, assaulting an emergency worker, and possession of an offensive weapon.
The men have been remanded in custody and are scheduled to appear before magistrates on Thursday for further legal proceedings. The 26-year-old suspect has also been returned to prison as per North Yorkshire Police.
Another man in his 60s, who was also arrested in connection with the attack, has been released on conditional bail, stated a spokesperson for the police force. Meanwhile, two women aged 41 and 43, and a 54-year-old man who were previously arrested in relation to the incident, are still on bail as investigations continue.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the assault to come forward and assist in the ongoing inquiries. Detective Chief Inspector Fionna McEwan emphasized the importance of cooperation from the public in providing crucial information.
In a call for help, McEwan stated, “I continue to appeal to anyone who has any information to please come forward.” The investigation is ongoing, and the authorities are working diligently to bring those responsible for the violent attack to justice.