Woman arrested after pedestrian is reportedly struck by vehicle in Hartlepool's Chester Road
A woman has been arrested as police investigate reports that a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle.
The casualty was taken to hospital in Stockton for treatment to injuries following the Hartlepool incident.
Cleveland Police said in a statement on Thursday: “Emergency services were called to Chester Road, in Hartlepool, shortly before 8pm on Wednesday, 23rd September, following reports a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle.
“The pedestrian was taken to hospital where he was treated for injuries which are not thought to be life-threatening.
“Officers attended the scene and arrested a 24-year-old woman on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and she remains in custody at this time.”
A North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) spokesperson said: “We dispatched one ambulance crew and one patient was taken to University Hospital of North Tees for further treatment.”
The police added “Anyone with information is urged to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 191454.”