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Man arrested after weapons brawl erupts in Hartlepool
Offices were called to York Road at about 4pm on Saturday (June 13) after reports that numerous people were fighting with weapons.
Upon attending the scene, a man was seen brandishing a red crowbar and fled the area – before later being found by police.
A 38-year-old was arrested on suspicion of affray and remained in police custody for questioning yesterday evening.
Cleveland Police said officers are investigating the circumstances surrounding the disturbance and have been carrying out extensive CCTV enquiries.
PC Warnock, from Hartlepool’s response team, said: “We believe there were several other people involved in the fighting during a time when the area was very busy with traffic and pedestrians.
“I want to take this opportunity to appeal to anyone who witnessed it take place, has dash cam, mobile or phone footage to get in touch with us.
“You can do this by calling 101 or visiting our website and quoting reference number 113967.”
Information can be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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