Elderly man injured after Seaton Carew aggravated burglary

The incident took place on Lawson Street, in Seaton Carew, when the man disturbed the male suspect at about 2.40am this morning (Sunday, May 17). 

He was assaulted and left with facial injuries, leaving him in hospital. Cleveland Police said nothing was stolen during the incident.

The suspect is described as a white male, aged 30 to 40 years old, of stocky build, clean shaven, and around 5ft 6” to 5ft 8” tall. 

He was wearing a dark coloured hat and dark coloured bottoms which were tucked into his socks. 

Detective Inspector Jolene Bolton, from Cleveland Police, said: “We understand this incident would have been terrifying for the victim, and may be unsettling for others in the area. 

We would like to reassure local people that we are doing everything possible to identify and locate the suspect as soon as we can, and we would like anyone with information or CCTV footage in the area to get in touch with us. 

We will also be carrying out reassurance patrols in the local area.”

Anyone who may have information, or anyone with CCTV in the area, is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting reference number 093313.

Footage can also be uploaded directly here. 

Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously online or by calling 0800 555 111.