The incident took place at the Packhorse Bridge in Romanby, Northallerton, when the 14-year-old boy was reportedly punched by another youngster around 5pm on Monday (August 3). Doing so, he broke his ankle and was treated by paramedics at the scene before being taken to hospital for treatment including surgery. A 14-year-old boy was arrested and taken into custody for questioning. "Or call our force control room on 101 and pass information for Harrogate CID, quoting the reference number 12260149673. "If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online via their website.