Police issue CCTV images after Harrogate hotel card theft
North Yorkshire Police are seeking the public’s help to identify a man captured on CCTV after a bank card was stolen at The Majestic Hotel in Harrogate and then used without permission in the town centre. The incident occurred on 2 July, and officers have released two images of a man they wish to trace as part of ongoing enquiries.
According to the force, the card was taken at the historic Harrogate venue before being used in transactions in the central shopping area. Investigators believe the man pictured may hold information crucial to establishing how the theft happened and where the card was subsequently used.
“Please contact us if you recognise the male pictured on CCTV, as he may have information that will assist our investigation,” said a spokesperson for the force.
The appeal comes during the busy summer period for Harrogate’s visitor economy, when hotels and public places experience higher footfall. While the investigation continues, officers are encouraging anyone who recognises the individual shown in the images to get in touch without delay, quoting the case reference.
How to contact the investigation team
- Email: PC 1824 Chatland at ed.chatland@northyorkshire.police.uk
- Use the North Yorkshire Police website or live chat
- 101 (as provided by the force) or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via its website
- Always quote reference: 12260124153
Officers say the images were obtained as part of routine enquiries and are being circulated to help generate leads. Anyone with even limited information — for example, a possible name, place of work, or where the person may be seen regularly — is urged to come forward.
Key incident details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | 2 July |
| Location | The Majestic Hotel, Harrogate; used later in the town centre |
| Item | Bank card stolen and used without permission |
| Reference | 12260124153 |
| Contact | ed.chatland@northyorkshire.police.uk; website/live chat; 101; Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 |
Retailers and hospitality venues across Harrogate are reminded that prompt reporting helps investigators secure CCTV and transaction data quickly. Police have already conducted initial checks and released the images to increase the chances of identifying the individual who may be able to assist.
Two separate images of the man sought for questioning have been made public by the force to aid recognition. The focus of the appeal is to trace this person as a potential witness or source of information about the movements of the stolen card on the day in question.
Anyone with information, however minor it may seem, is encouraged to contact the officers listed. Anonymous information can be provided via Crimestoppers. Citing the reference 12260124153 will ensure details reach the correct investigation team swiftly.
