Police investigating aggravated burglary in Billingham

At 3.30am this morning (Friday 16 May) police were called to a property on Cotswold Crescent in Billingham following reports of an aggravated burglary.

Officers attended to find a man, aged 24, had been assaulted suffering an injury to his eye.

The offenders, who had fled the property prior to police arrival, are suspected of stealing a motorbike and causing damage to a car.

A scene is currently in place while enquiries are ongoing.

Anyone who has information, CCTV or dash cam footage is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101 quoting reference number 087542.

Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.