A MAN arrested on suspicion of rape was tonight released from custody after being questioned.

No bail conditions were imposed on the 55-year-old while police inquiries into the Redcar attack continue. 

Cleveland Police say a woman, who is in her 20s, was attacked at around 10.15pm last night (Wednesday, May 17) at the bottom of a bridge near France Street and Charles Street.

Detectives are investigating and specialist officers are providing support to the woman.

Cordons were in place at the bottom of the bridge and the surrounding area.

  • Anyone who has any information, or who may have witnessed anything, is asked to call Cleveland Police on the non-emergency number 101.