Police are hunting a vandal who damaged a vehicle in Skipton town centre, severely scratching it.

The incident happened at approximately 10:35pm on Wednesday 12th October whilst the vehicle was parked on The Ginnel Mews in Skipton.

The offender is described as a white male, 5’7” tall, slim build, 18-20 years old, with short light coloured hair and wearing dark coloured trousers and a white shirt.

He left the scene in a small dark coloured car, possibly a new Vauxhall Corsa.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact PC 1969 Adam Steventon on 101 quoting crime reference number 12160188293.