Police appeal to identify man after 79-year-old injured in Ilkley burglary

Police have issued images of a man they want to identify following a report of assault and burglary in Ilkley.

The incident happened at a property on Wyvil Crescent in Ilkley at around midnight on Sunday (November 1).

The victim, a 79-year-old man, suffered injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening.

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A West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “Anyone who can identify the man pictured or has information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police by going online to our Live Chat facility quoting reference number 13260620415.

“Alternatively, call independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”