York: Man bailed after eggs thrown at King during royal visit

A man was arrested on Wednesday afternoon by police following an incident at Micklegate Bar in York

A man who was arrested after eggs were thrown towards the King while on a walkabout in York has been bailed, police have said.

The 23-year-old was arrested on Wednesday on suspicion of a public order offence during the royal visit.

The King and Queen Consort were not hit by any of the thrown eggs as they met well-wishers at Micklegate Bar.

The suspect has been interviewed and released on bail, North Yorkshire Police said.