Two arrested as Hartlepool street cordoned off after incident

Officers cordoned off part of Allerton Close after the incident between 10am and 11am on Sunday (November 23) morning.

Pictures shared on social media show forensic officers in white suits working at the scene.

A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: “Detectives are currently trying to establish exactly what has happened at the address and identify those involved.  

“We would like to reassure the local community that, following this incident, there is no ongoing threat to the public.”

The force said police will remain at the scene into the night.

Two men, aged 22 and 23, have been arrested in connection wit the incident and are said to be assisting officers with their investigation.