Lucky Escape for Driver as “Missile” Thrown From Bridge

The man, who is in his 60s, was in his Skoda Octavia, coming from the A19 onto the A66 yesterday afternoon at around 3pm when the missile landed on his windscreen, shattering the glass.

The driver managed to pull over to safety and report the incident to police.

He saw a man in brown clothing running on the footbridge towards Whinney Banks and believes this could be the person responsible.

PC Scott Lambe who is investigating said: “This is an extremely dangerous thing to do.  Fortunately the driver was able to remain in control of his vehicle and pull over safely but it could have been a much worse outcome.  For someone to deliberately put this gentleman and other road users at risk beggars belief.

“I’d urge anyone who knows the identity of the suspect to contact me via Middlesbrough Police Front Desk on 01642 303126 or phone the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”