POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a car was seen driving dangerously in Malton.

An appeal through the community messaging system said that the car was spotted at around 6pm on Thursday, November 23 - the night Malton Christmas lights were switched on.

A silver Ford Focus estate car was seen driving from the direction of Wheelgate, along to Market Place and the top of Finkle Street and then turn in the direction of Spital Street and Newbiggin.

Police are appealing to any witnesses who saw the car, to contact them on 101, select option 2 and ask to speak to Sergeant Darren Coles.

You can also email darren.coles@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk.

Please quote reference 12170210594.