Appeal for information to firearms incident in Hartlepool
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Cleveland Police has launched an investigation following an incident in Hartlepool yesterday which left a man seriously injured from suspected gun shot wounds.
The incident happened in Garside Drive at around 4.15pm yesterday, Thursday 2 January 2025.
Detectives are conducting enquiries at a number of addresses across the town today, and there will be an increased officer presence in the area – local residents are encouraged to speak to officers if they have any concerns.
It is not believed at this time there is any threat to the wider public.
Anyone who saw the incident or who has any information is asked to contact Cleveland Police. Dial 101, press 1 and pass information to the control room, quoting reference number SE25000925.